hop life

[brackbrew]

I have hops still sealed in their silvery oxygen-barrier bag that I bought probably about two months ago. I'm thinking about brewing this weekend. Should I trust that these hops are still ok, or buy fresher ones? Is there a way I can tell without opening the bag?

Thanks, as always.

BREW ON

 

[Noldar]

How did you store them? If you had them stored in your freezer you'll be fine.

 

[brackbrew]

They've been in my fridge ever since I bought them.

 

[Noldar]

I don't believe that's ideal, but I think they should be alright.

 

[david_42]

Considering hops are harvested once a year and used year round, two months in the fridge is nothing. Many noble hops are better when they have oxidized a little and are turning brown. Look up the hop in this page. The storage stability is for 65F.

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