Veterans Blend (2020)

Each year, Yakima Chief Hops collaborates with military Veteran brewers representing multiple branches of the US Armed Forces to select a different hop blend.

The 2020 Veterans Blend is comprised of five different Pacific Northwest-grown hop varieties including Idaho 7®, Talus™ (formerly HBC 692), Sabro®, Mosaic® and HBC 630. The blend creates a hop pellet with a much wider range of flavor characteristics than could be provided by any one variety alone.

From the YCH website: Each year, we also partner with a different nonprofit organization that supports various aspects of the Veteran community and brings value to the lives of those who have served. This year, we are pleased to provide a charitable donation to the Gary Sinise Foundation, whose mission is to serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. The Foundation’s programs—designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities—serve America’s heroes and their loved ones 365 days a year. More information on the Gary Sinise Foundation can be found HERE.