Hops situation

[rohanski]

Because of the hop shortage last year I bought about 4 pounds of the three variaties of hops I use most. I haven't paid any attention to the hop situation this year until my took inventory of my stock and went to purchase more at Hopsdirect.com. What the hell happened? They only have 4 different variaties and it's of ones I have never used or heard of. Is this it for this year? Am I doomed.

 

[Chriso]

Wait till August. More will be in then.

What you're seeing are the "leftovers" after they filled all their 2007 contracts. Don't panic.

In the meantime, http://www.brew365.com/hop_availability_chart.php is your best friend.

 

[david_42]

Hops are only harvested once a year and harvest starts late next month. We are seeing some hops from Oz, New Zealand and South America. Their harvest was a couple months ago.

 

[Sea]

I have a feeling there is going to be a feeding frenzy when they do become available though. Have your wallet ready!

 

[rohanski]

Thanks guys. I did buy 3# and I'm sure I will use them.

 

[Desert_Sky]

Wait till August. More will be in then.

more like October/November until we see them

 

[ArcaneXor]

As long as this year's harvest is above average, next year shouldn't be much worse than the last. If much of the crop is below average again, it'll be a nightmare. Keep those fingers crossed.

 

[Chriso]

more like October/November until we see them

Yes, sorry. August/September was, if I recall, when they first posted the list of what would be available, and started taking preorders? (Did they pre-order? Or am I confusing them with FH?).... I highly doubt there *will* be pre-orders given the market situation.

Right message, wrong month. My bad.

 

[david_42]

Harvest->processing->warehouse->wholesale->retail->you Takes a few months. On the other hand, if the harvest looks good anything that has been held in reserve will be released.

 

[Desert_Sky]

So since we are so close, how 'bout some of you hop hoarders send me 8 ounces so I can make an APA!!!