More on hops...

I was actually able to harvest some hops, although I have no idea what kind they are!



I learned that hops need to be dried first for beer use, so I'll have these sitting on a window screen for a few days to do just that. I'm turning them every day while they're drying.



After they're done drying, they can be stored in the freezer for a few months if you're not going to use them right away. Just put them in a plastic bag, and squeeze as much air out as you can get. I'll be excited to make some beer with these soon, although I haven't picked out a recipe for them yet.

Speaking of beer, last night we popped open a couple bottles of our recently bottled IPA, made using the Imperial Ale 60-Minute kit from Annapolis Home Brew. Delicious!