| Re: New to Brewing
[QUOTE=StuPedaso;13618]I would like to grow some hops, 3 or 4 different kinds, but it seems
there is no way to know or calculate the Alpha Acid of homegrown hops.
More of a trial and error thing, is that right?[/QUOTE]
Most folks I know that grow hops only use them for flavor and aroma. The trial and error bit would only work for the single harvest. The Alpha Acid of homegrown hops changes from season to season.
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