This is the offspring beer from the mighty Thor Imperial IPA Thor was a huge success last year. We got great feedback, but with some saying that at 8.8% was a bit big. So for those people, we have listened and here is a beer slightly less intense but still a powerhouse of hops inspired by Thor. This beer still has the massive dank dry hop character, but the malt, colour and alcohol lighter; Therefore delivering the powerful hop aroma and hop flavour without the weight of the alcohol and body of Thor. Nelson Sauvin and Simcoe are the power...

Yes, the IPA in of the series of beers with the same name is coming back! For those of you who have forgotten, or whose memory of it has been drowned in a sea of subsequent freaking awesome Epic beers, this may jot your memory: In the spirit of an Epic beer, this IPA is seriously hop forward. Some say like a punch in the face. Its big and its aggressive, but in a “could I have another one kind” of way. Your tongue will be slayed by the massive attack of Citra, Mosaic and Simcoe hops creates an incredible...

SOLD OUT! We've tried to accomodate as many extra people as possible - we've doubled the number - but we've really hit the limit! This has had a lot more interest than anticipated, so we'll organise another one next year. Make sure you're signed up to our mailing list and we'll let you know when it's happening. For those who are coming, we're super excited to get amongst the hops with you! To help celebrate Nelson Beer Week, we're inviting you to join us at New Hoplands to enjoy some beers and a BBQ in the sunshine amongst the hops. You'll...

We've just seen a nice write up on Hopshine Pale Ale by Drinksbiz Magazine - thanks guys. Epic Hopshine Sunny Pale Ale The absolute stand-out of this issue's beer report, Epic Hopshine Sunny Pale Ale is exactly what it purports to be on the label: a glassful of Sunshine. With an aroma of Queen peaches, the golden brew is grassy and really does taste of sunshine, without being overly fruity. With just one sip your spirits lift and you're transported to a sun-dappled meadow, cicadas buzzing and swallows swooping. Balanced and versatile, this is a brew that will gain many...

On Wendesday 8 February, Luke visited the Plant and Food Research's trail hops plot in Motueka as part of the Hop Research Committee. Here's a short video showing how the New Zealand hops are progressing. The hop harvest isn't far away at all!