20 July 2012

Last night was our 2^nd Annual Single Hop Experiment and it was amazing.  We met at the East Side Neighborhood Services and about 30 members and guests were able to sample a plentitude of hoppy goodness.  Thanks to all the members who brought beer, to the pro brewers representing (612Brew, Harriet, and Northgate), and to the ESNS for the location!

Our original projection of 19 beers turned into 16, which was still sufficient. While enjoying the varieties, we were able to pick out distinct qualities of the hops.  Ideally, everyone who was there should have a better idea how to most efficiently utilize a hop for its characteristics.  It was great to see the varying bittering, flavor and aroma profiles that stood out.

The potluck also turned out great, who knew brewers could cook? 

For those who weren’t there, or are a bit fuzzy, here are the flights:

• Czech Saaz
  US Saaz
  Northern Brewer
  Mount Hood
  Sterling

• Amarillo
  Centennial
  Columbus
  Citra
  Apollo
  

• Warrior
  Zythos
  Ahtanum
  

• Pacific Jade
  Galaxy
  Nelson Sauvin

Only a year till we do this again!