Hops, like malt, are a key ingredient in the production of any beer. They contribute to the bitterness, aroma and palate of the beer depending on the type of ale being produced. These properties derive from the lupulin glands containing the hop oil and resins in the hop flower.

However, hops also contribute to better head retention, help with the removal of unwanted proteins resulting in a clearer beer, and beer hops have anti-bacterial properties.

Copper Dragon use a variety of hops from England, Europe and the USA sourced from the UK's foremost hop merchants, Charles Farram & Co. Ltd.

Skillful use of hops ensures that all of our five real ales have distinctive tastes, palates and aromas and for further information on each of the ales, click here for tasting notes.

Hops being harvested by hand

A hop farm