Hop types Flashcards
What are the two sub-categories of whole cone hops?
Dried whole hops and fresh/green whole hops
What is the primary use of dried whole hops?
For either bittering or aroma
Where can dried whole hops be added during the brewing process?
To the wort kettle during wort boiling or during fermentation/maturation as a dry hop
What is the moisture content of dried whole hops?
10%
What is the range of α-acids in dried whole hops?
2-18%
What are some advantages of using dried whole hops?
- Most natural and unprocessed
- Can help trub formation and settling
- Form a filter bed to strain boiled wort
- Less processing preserves essential oils
What are some disadvantages of using dried whole hops?
- Bulky and expensive to store
- Longer to wet than other products
- More prone to oxidation
- High wort/beer/extract loss
What are T100 pellets?
25 mm compressed plugs of whole cone hops used for easier and more consistent hopping
What characterizes fresh/green whole hops?
- Harvested fresh as wet cones
- Used within 36 hours of harvest
- Can only be used once per year
- Full of vibrant flavors
What is a significant challenge when using fresh hops?
The α-acid content is often unknown before brewing
Why do most brewers prefer dried whole hops over fresh hops?
Because dried hops are more predictable and can be used all year round
Fill in the blank: Dried whole hops have a total resin content of _______.
15-30%
True or False: Fresh hops are commonly used by large breweries.
False
