After I found that the astronomical hoppiness of my local micro's IPA was achieved via hop-back, and it was said that you cannot achieve this level without doing it, I have searched and wondered, that if you only gain aroma and not really add to bitterness, then using leaf hops seems to be the best approach as they are fresher-not being pulverized and formed.
My guess is the leaf-in-hop-bag approach directly into the brew, after racking to a corny, may be best for me. Leaving it in till the keg is done seems the best practice.
Does anyone actually try to steam sterilize the hop/hop bag addition before adding to the keg?
My guess is the leaf-in-hop-bag approach directly into the brew, after racking to a corny, may be best for me. Leaving it in till the keg is done seems the best practice.
Does anyone actually try to steam sterilize the hop/hop bag addition before adding to the keg?