Who likes the hops ball?

[thrstyunderwater]

Sure seems easier to use this than a bag. Anyone like or dislike them?

 

[COLObrewer]

Why? Seems like much more work than it's worth, but then I don't use a bag either. I'm not even sure what a "hops ball" is.

 

[UTbrewer]

If you are talking about an herb ball that you use for hops then, yes I use one and like it.

I can only put an ounce (of pellets) in the ball though so if you are making an IPA or other hoppy beer they are useless.

 

[Hopheader]

Are you talking about in the boil kettle? Or dry hopping? (assuming boil)
Unless you have problems with stuck draining/syphoning after, just toss the stuff in and let it freely circulate. But, I can say I have used hops/muslin/cheesecloth bag in the past and like the cleanliness it offers, yes.

 

[wildwest450]

If your using one in the boil, your going to have out a fair amount of ibu loss. I do like them for dry hopping in a keg though.