Coleman Hops
When it comes to growing premium Oregon hops, we aim to be the brewer's best friend.
Be sure to ask your supplier for Coleman Hops!
As one of the largest and most diverse hop growers in Oregon, we produce millions of pounds of high-quality hops each year, from 16 distinct varieties. We raise hops across 2,500 acres of Willamette Valley farmland on our four distinct farms.
Our Partners
Innovative hop cultivars are what really moves the needle at Indie Hops, and the Coleman family is proud to be growing along with them as they introduced Oregon-grown Strata®, Meridian®, Lórien®, Luminosa® and in 2023, Audacia® hops to the world.
The hops that we grow for Indie are certified Salmon-Safe, it’s vital to us that we protect Pacific Northwest rivers and wildlife. We are proud that our Alluvial and GreenLeaf Hop Farms are certified 100% Salmon Safe.
As one of the original hop farming families in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, the Coleman family is proud to be a Yakima Chief Hops owner-grower. Rooted in centuries of farming, Yakima Chief firmly believes that quality hops begin in the field and we appreciate their collaborative approach to meeting the needs of the world’s brewers.
In addition to Salmon-Safe , our Yakima Chief Hops varieties (Citra®, Mosaic® and Simcoe®) are farmed to the standards of the Green Chief Program.
Our team is continually focused on aligning our values with those of our partners. We believe that the creation of a great craft brew starts in the field and is fostered through the union of our seasoned hop team, passionate brewers, brilliant scientists, researchers, and our innovative hop suppliers.
We are excited about how we, together, can continue to create the highest quality beers on the globe. Ranging from the pure excitement of fresh hop season to consistent availability of Coleman-grown hops through our partners, let’s connect to make great beer happen!
Our Hop Farms
Alluvial Hop Farm
Independence, OR
Named for the alluvial plain where the fields are located, the Alluvial Hop Farm was purchased from John I Haas in 2004. Today, this 1,050 contiguous acre farm, hugged by the Willamette River, is recognized as the largest hop farm in Oregon. This farm raises hops from 12 distinct varieties, is home to Indie Hops’ Advance Nursery and includes modern harvesting equipment such as a 12-kiln hop house featuring MeasureTek systems. With nearly a 100-year legacy, we look forward to continuing the cultivation of great hops from Alluvial.
Terroir facts:
Soil parent material - Stratified River Alluvium
8 unique soil types
Average yearly temperature - 60.8° F
Average yearly precipitation - 43.9 inches
Elevation - 168 feet
Homeplace Farm
St. Paul, OR
Purchased from Mary Ellen Jackson Coleman in 1936, the Homeplace Farm acquired its name from being the first piece of property owned by the Coleman family. Originally 400 acres, the farm has more than doubled in size, with over 9 varieties of hops, along with other crops such as grass seed and Hazelnuts. In 2017 the Homeplace hop kiln was updated with modern technology, including MeasureTek, to aid in better production and efficiency as our historic farm continues to grow.
Terroir facts:
Soil parent material - Missoula Flood Silts and Stratified River Alluvium
10 unique soil types
Average yearly temperature - 61.1° F
Average yearly precipitation - 42.5 inches
Elevation - 184 feet
Greenleaf Hop Farm
St. Paul, OR
GreenLeaf Hop Farm was purchased in 2020 from our cousins Steve Coleman and Todd Koch, it was established by Steve's parents Don and Maureen Coleman. This farm is just a mile and a half down the road from the Homeplace Farm, consisting of fertile bottom ground along the Willamette River, with plentiful riparian areas and upper bench ground. Here we grow over 300 acres of hops. Cascade Hops are very well suited to this site, and in four of the past five years Greenleaf has garnered a win in the Hop Quality Group’s Cascade Cup, scoring top honors in 2021 and runner-up in both 2023 and 2019.
Terroir facts:
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Mount Angel Farm
Mt. Angel, OR
We started operating the Mount Angel Farm in 1975 when our lease with the Mount Angel Abbey Seminary first began. For many years, Willamette Hops for Anheuser-Busch were the only variety grown on this farm. We are now growing 6 hop varieties on more than 200 acres in this quaint Bavarian town., where we also cultivate Hazelnuts. We appreciate our long-time relationship with the Abbey and its monk-operated Benedictine Brewery.
Terroir facts:
Soil parent material - Missoula Flood Silts and Stratified River Alluvium
4 unique soil types
Average yearly temperature - 61.0° F
Average yearly precipitation - 44.9 inches
Elevation - 167 feet
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