What are the different types of hops?
Pellet Hops are whole hops that are shredded and compressed at harvest. This protects against aging and oxidation, but also breaks the lupulin glands for better hop utilization. Hop Plugs are whole flowers pressed into oz. plugs. Similar to pellets, these plugs are sealed up immediately, which seals the natural acids and oils. Plugs are generally used as aroma hops and for dry hopping. Dry hopping is adding 1-2 ounces of hops the secondary fermenter. (4-7 days) Whole Flower Hops are similar to plugs in their use. Hop Flowers are noted for their hop bouquet and are often used in special recipes. All hops sold by Midwest come in oxygen barrier and light barrier bags. All hops are kept refrigerated until the time they are shipped to guarantee maximum freshness.
