Throughout history, hops have played an invaluable role in Swedish culture and economy, not only as a key ingredient in beer making but also for its medicinal properties. Let’s dive into the fascinating history of hop cultivation in Sweden. Hops (Humulus lupulus) have a long and rich history in Sweden, a …
Walk into any craft beer bar or well-stocked bottle shop, and you’ll likely see “Pilsner” on the menu. But look a little closer, and you might notice a distinction: German Pilsner vs. Bohemian (or Czech) Pilsner. Is it just a matter of geography? A marketing gimmick? Absolutely not. While these …
Origins and History Hersbrücker Pure is a hop variety that hails from the Hersbruck region in Bavaria, Germany. This region boasts a long and rich hop-growing tradition, dating back centuries. Hersbrücker Pure is a relatively new variety, developed through careful breeding and selection to bring out specific characteristics desired by …
Merkur hops are a versatile hop variety that is known for its pleasant aroma and bittering potential. They are a popular choice for brewing a wide range of beer styles, including pale ales, IPAs, and porters. Merkur are also known for their high alpha acid content, which makes them a …
The first hops have been harvested, its a Swedish variety called Hulla Norrgård, of which I have only a few plants. Below is some of the first harvest 2023. I’m looking forward to the harvest of Saaz and Svalöf E that comes next. They look very promising. The other image …
HOP that stands for Hopvalley Original Pilsner was bottled last week. It is brewed according to the Bohemian tradition, which means the original tradition, of making pilsner. One of the main characteristics is that it is made only on Saaz-hop. After pre-tasted the HOP its flavourousness goes beyond my expectations. …
The Reinheitsgebot, or German Beer Purity Law, is a 500-year-old law that limits the ingredients used in beer production. It is still in effect today, ensuring the quality of German beer. Exploring the Impact of the Reinheitsgebot on German Beer Today The Reinheitsgebot is a many centuries-old law that has …
Table of Contents The Different Styles of Beer That Benefit from Saaz Hops The Benefits of Using aroma of Saaz Hops in Homebrewing How Saaz Hops Enhance the Flavor and Aroma of Beer Exploring the History and Characteristics of Saaz Hops The Different Styles of Beer That Benefit from Saaz …
Yesterday, it was a great beer brewing afternoon. A lager based on beech smoked barley malt and mainly Hersbrücker Pure hops went into production. While tasting the great ale I made in November also mainly on Hersbrücker Pure, its taste is really based on the purest aroma of hops. The …
A month ago I brewed this excellent ale that is based on oak smoked wheat malt and wienermalt, flavoured with mainly Hersbrücker Pure and some Svalöf E. While Hersbrücker Pure is giving, as the name of the hop imply, a pure hop taste. It is empowered even further with the …
