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Dave Hopson
Dave Hopson
Dave Hopson is a certified Cicerone® and beer historian who has visited over 200 breweries across 15 countries. With a background in anthropology and culinary arts, Dave brings a unique perspective to understanding beer's cultural significance. He specializes in documenting regional brewing traditions and how they've evolved with modern craft movements. His research on indigenous fermentation practices has been featured in several brewing publications. Dave hosts the popular podcast "Hop Tales," where he interviews brewers about their cultural inspirations and brewing philosophies.
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Styrian Goldings Hop Substitute: Best Slovenian Noble Alternatives
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 12 minutes readFind the perfect Styrian Goldings hop substitute for your European-style ales – discover 7 Slovenian noble alternatives that deliver earthy, floral character in 2025. Ever planned a Belgian-style ale around Styrian Goldings only to discover they’re sold out everywhere? This …
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Magnum Hop Substitute: Clean Bittering Hops
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 23 minutes readFind the best Magnum hop substitutes for ultra-clean bittering. Expert guide to neutral, high-alpha alternative hops for all beer styles in 2025. Need Magnum hop alternatives? These neutral, high-alpha substitutes deliver smooth, clean bitterness without flavor interference—perfect for every brewing …
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Hallertau Blanc Hop Substitute: White Wine Alternatives
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 11 minutes readDiscover the best Hallertau Blanc hop substitutes for white wine character – find 7 alternatives that deliver passion fruit and gooseberry notes in 2025. Planning a Belgian-style ale around Hallertau Blanc only to discover it’s sold out everywhere? I’ve been …
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East Kent Goldings Hop Substitute: English Heritage Alternatives
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 11 minutes readDiscover the best East Kent Goldings hop substitutes for authentic English ale character – find 7 alternatives that deliver floral, honey-like flavor in 2025. Planning a traditional English bitter around East Kent Goldings only to discover they’re completely sold out? …
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Jester Hop Substitute: 8 Best UK Grapefruit Alternatives
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 19 minutes readJester Hop Substitute Can’t find Jester hops? Discover the 8 best UK and American substitutes that deliver grapefruit, blackcurrant, and tropical notes for your British-style ales. Your golden ale recipe is ready to go. You’ve measured out the malt, the …
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Belma Hop Substitute: Strawberry & Melon Alternatives
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 18 minutes readDiscover the perfect strawberry and melon hop alternatives for your next brew. Learn which Belma hop substitutes deliver exceptional fruit-forward flavors. You’re halfway through your brew day when reality hits – you’re out of Belma hops. I’ve been there, frantically …
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Wai-iti Hop Substitute: Lime & Mandarin Alternatives
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 19 minutes readFind the best Wai-iti hop substitutes with fresh lime and mandarin character. Discover New Zealand and international alternatives for crisp lagers and pale ales. There’s a special frustration that comes from planning the perfect crisp pilsner around Wai-iti’s delicate lime …
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Enigma Hop Substitute: Raspberry & Stone Fruit Guide
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 17 minutes readFind the best Enigma hop substitutes with white grape and raspberry character. Discover Australian, German, and American alternatives for complex fruit-forward IPAs. Planning that experimental IPA around Enigma’s unique white wine and raspberry complexity only to discover it’s nowhere to …
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Tradition Hop Substitute: German Noble-Style Guide
by Dave Hopsonby Dave Hopson 17 minutes readFind the best Tradition hop substitutes with noble German character. Discover classic and American alternatives for authentic lagers, pilsners, and wheat beers. Planning that authentic German lager with Hallertauer Tradition hops only to discover your supplier is out of stock? …