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Craft is Freedom

It’s not just a slogan, it’s a way
of thinking about our work that prioritizes quality over quantity and makes passion the primary ingredient in great products.

What Defines “Craft”

It’s more than a label. When we say “craft” we mean that Cornerstone produce is grown with four values in mind:

Commitment

Our Commitments to quality. We follow through on our promises driving trust with consistency.

Passion

Passion sets us apart. We love working with the land and we make better crops because of it.

Independence

Independence is key. In order to cultivate the best hops you have to be able to make honest decisions.

Diversity

Diversity makes us stronger. We welcome differing ideas, beliefs, and personalities, and believe this mindset is essential for producing exceptional hops.

Helping Brewers Better Tell Their Stories by Leveraging Ours

The ‘Craft is Freedom’ project aims to make sure consumers appreciate the commitment to excellence brewers have made by selecting Cornerstone hops from Washington State’s renowned Yakima Valley to bring their vision to life. When discerning beer drinkers want to support independent farms and ensure their next pint was made with the highest quality ingredients, they can look for the ‘Craft is Freedom’ seal on packaging – from grocery shelf to tap.

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learn how we’re
raising the bar on craft


Cornerstone Ranches powers a wide range of craft products, from Pacific Northwest pilsners to South American IPAs.

Bell’s Two Hearted Ale

Made With Cornerstone Hops

Wander’s Fresh Cassette IPA

Made With Cornerstone Hops

Dru Bru’s Fresh Hop Mosaic

Made With Cornerstone Hops

Return Brewing

Made With Cornerstone Hops

Sir Hopper

Made With Cornerstone Hops

Kulshan Citra Fresh Hop

Made With Cornerstone Hops

Single Hill Brewing

Made With Cornerstone Hops

Graham Gamache

Fifth Generation Owner,
Cornerstone Ranches

“Craft is about more than independence from big corporations or private equity. It’s rooted in the passion that comes when your mission represents more than just money. It’s about the freedom to take risks and the excitement that comes from building something new.

It’s an idea that was embraced by the craft beer movement, but isn’t exclusive to it and has been central to the way we think about growing the world’s best produce for over a century.”

#CraftIsFreedom

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The best products start with the best Yakima Valley Hops

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Cornerstone hops maintains a presence with all major brokers and many regional distributors. When you go to market, our team will help promote your products and add them to our site.

    Award Winning Produce from Yakima Valley

    Cornerstone Ranches grows award-winning hops and other produce for buyers, brokers, and consumers, which sets them apart from the crowd.

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    Crop spotlight! September 17th and 18th mark both Crop spotlight! September 17th and 18th mark both the days we’re bringing in our fresh Galena crop - with a tangy zest this high alpha hop will give you a clean taste with none of the fuss 🍻
    Centennial has been picked, and we’re cleaning up Centennial has been picked, and we’re cleaning up the last of Citra today before moving onto some juicy Cashmere’s. Stop by cornerstone, take a whiff, and walk home with some fresh hops today! 👃🏽👅
    over a week into harvest and feeling good! we love over a week into harvest and feeling good! we love our people, we love our product, and we can’t wait to share it all with you. Reach out to us to talk about getting an inside look at all our favorites 🌱
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    • (509) 865-2958
    • 2131 Fort Rd,
      Toppenish, WA 98948

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    Cornerstone hops maintains a presence with all major brokers and many regional distributors. When you go to market, our team will help promote your products and add them to our site.

    • info@cornerstoneranches.com
    • (509) 865-2958
    • 2131 Fort Rd,
      Toppenish, WA 98948