Yakima Chief Hops releases 2020 Pink Boots Hop Blend
Yakima Chief Hops (YCH) (out of Yakima, Washington of course) and Pink Boots Society (PBS) have announced their 2020 Pink Boots Blend. PBS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and advancing women in the beer industry and it was founded right here in Oregon. YCH had over 100 Pink Boots members up for this years hop selection to participate in designing this years hop blend. Part of the proceeds from sales of the 2020 Pink Boots Hop blend go to a PBS scholarship fund for women in the industry.
More from a press release:
Selecting hops for a blend is typically an exclusive occasion involving a few industry professionals. In the spirit of inclusivity, collaboration and women empowering women, the Pink Boots Blend is created by inviting a diverse group of PBS members from various professions in beer. The women stand side by side, discussing aromas and beer styles, making it a special annual gathering and a truly collaborative hop blend.
“The PBS hop rub meeting is an exciting event,” says Kelsi Baggarley, YCH customer service specialist. “It’s a time to connect and educate. We get to shine a light on hops and share our knowledge. We’re able to involve women who have never been part of a selection process and hear their feedback.”
The Pink Boots Blend has become a well-known movement in the brewing community, as brewers worldwide incorporate this blend into recipes in celebration and support of women in beer. The blend is produced and sold by YCH as T-90 hop pellets, and $3 per pound sold is donated to the PBS scholarship fund, helping to empower women in beer with educational opportunities. So far, YCH has contributed $140,000 to PBS.
YCH and PBS are thrilled to announce the release of the 2020 Pink Boots Blend. Available for presale, the blend consists of Azacca®, El Dorado®, Idaho Gem™ and Loral®, with tropical, citrus and piney aromas. Brewers are encouraged to order by Dec. 15th to brew on International Women’s Day on March 8th.
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