Championing flavour, sustainability, and British brewing.
In recent years, the UK craft beer scene has been dominated by imported hops; think Citra from the US, Galaxy from Australia, or Nelson Sauvin from New Zealand. While those big-name varieties deliver punchy flavours, they come with a hefty carbon footprint and a growing disconnect from what makes British brewing so unique.
But things are changing.
British hops are having a well-earned resurgence. Breweries across the UK are rediscovering the potential of locally-grown hops; and Harlequin is leading the charge.
🌿 British Hops: A Sustainable Future for Craft Brewing
At Renegade, we believe flavour should never come at the cost of the planet. That’s why we’ve made a conscious choice to use British-grown hops like Harlequin in our limited-edition and core beers.
British hops are not just lower-impact, they’re grown with precision, care, and heritage. Sourced from farms across Kent, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire, these hops reduce supply chain miles, support local agriculture, and contribute to the revitalisation of traditional farming communities.
Shorter transport = lower emissions.
Fresher hops = better beer.
Everyone wins.
🌟 Introducing Harlequin: The Award-Winning British Hop
First bred by Charles Faram in 2015 and commercially released in 2019, Harlequin has rapidly become the crown jewel of the new wave of UK hops. Why? Because it doesn’t taste like “typical” British hops at all.
Instead, Harlequin delivers an explosion of tropical fruit, mango, pineapple, peach, and citrus zest, making it a perfect contender for modern pale ales, hazy brews, and even IPAs.
It’s bold. It’s juicy. It’s 100% British.
🍺 Renegade Harlequin Hazy Pale – Full Flavour, Zero Apology
We took this powerhouse hop and let it shine in our Harlequin Hazy Pale Ale — a 4.9% stunner brewed to highlight just how far British hops have come.
- Style: Hazy Pale Ale
- ABV: 4.9%
- Hops: 100% Harlequin
- Profile: Juicy mango, fresh pineapple, citrus zest, with a smooth, hazy body and a low-bitterness finish
Unlike many hazy pales, this isn’t about overwhelming bitterness or palate fatigue. This is a balanced, juicy, and ultra-refreshing beer that champions local ingredients without compromising on bold flavour.
🔁 Drink Local, Think Global
Using locally-sourced ingredients isn’t a trend, it’s a responsibility. By brewing with British hops like Harlequin, we’re:
✅ Reducing environmental impact
✅ Supporting UK farmers and growers
✅ Reclaiming British brewing identity
✅ Delivering world-class flavour
If you haven’t tried our Harlequin Hazy Pale yet, now’s the time to taste what the future of British beer looks like.
📦 Where to Get It
Find Renegade Harlequin Hazy Pale Ale in our Taproom, online store, and select independent retailers. Available in 440ml cans and on draught while stocks last. Harlequin will be released on Friday 1st August 2025.
