It’s the most wonderful time of the year for beer lovers: fresh hop season! Fresh hop beers are made from hops processed no more than 24 hours after being harvested, resulting in brews with a milder, more botanical profile and less bitterness. And Pacific Northwest craft beer drinkers are particularly blessed: Because of the bounty and proximity of the hops in Yakima Valley and Willamette Valley, it’s hard to beat the range of fresh hop beers available in our region. These beers are only here for an extremely limited time, so we’ve rounded up a list of beers to try, including Double Mountain Brewery‘s new “Killer” series and Little Beast‘s Green Keeper, so you can make the most of the all-too-fleeting season. For more food and drink inspiration, check out our full food and drink calendar, our full in-person dining directory, and our takeout & delivery directory.
Note: Availability may vary due to the ephemeral nature of fresh hops; we’d recommend calling ahead or checking online before visiting.
Binary Brewing
The digitally minded brewery launched Farm ‘n Kettle, a fresh hop pale, available on tap at Uptown Beer Co. and various tap houses.
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