What do you get when you mix fresh hops from North Dakota, a curious rooster named Spur, and a brewer on a mission? You get Wild Hops Ale—our latest farm-to-pint creation straight from Rockport, TX Craft Brewery, Bay Area Brewing Company.

This brew is a special one. Why? Because it’s made with wild hops grown and harvested by Bob Landman of Logan Center Hops in Northwood, ND. By sourcing directly from Bob, we support a small business and cut out the middleman. “The benefit, besides supporting the farmer, is that we’re getting hops from the most recent harvest year,” Brewer Will explains. “A lot of distributors are selling hops that are 2 to 3 years old. Freshness really matters.”

Wild hops come with a surprise twist. “You don’t always know what flavors you’re going to get,” says Will. “The aroma from the May 14th brew reminds me of herbal tea and lemon—it’s unexpected and exciting.” Because these hops grow in the wild, each batch is unique depending on the weather, soil, and season. It’s like a mystery flavor that Mother Nature picks.

By working directly with the farmer, we know exactly where our hops come from. That builds trust and allows us to celebrate the entire journey—from seed to pour. It’s fresher, more affordable (no distribution overhead!), and supports independent agriculture.

“This is especially important,” Will adds, “because the Pacific Northwest has had rough harvests the past few years with droughts and low yields. Working with Bob ensures we get quality hops at a fair price.”

So what can you expect from Wild Hops Ale? A fresh, flavorful brew inspired by simplicity, quality, and collaboration. We aim to serve it mid-June—after its three-week journey from tank to tap.

A big shoutout to Virgil Coleman for lending a hand during recent brew days—and to Eric Tilton, who helped connect us with Bob Landman and Logan Center Hops. This is what community brewing looks like.

Oh, and of course, a tip of the tailfeather to Spur the Rooster—our self-appointed Brew Day Quality Assurance Officer. 🐓 He’s keeping the team on their toes!

Cheers to wild hops, good friends, and great beer.

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