Hops are made up of various compounds that serve to impart bitterness, aroma, and flavor to beer. With the growing popularity of IPA, hops have become a major focus of brewers, to the point it seems they get more attention than any other ingredient. In this episode, contributor Jason Cipriani joins Marshall to talk about this wonderful plant, specifically how certain conditions can affect the way they present themselves in beer. The Brülosophy Podcast is proud to be partnered with the American Homebrewers Association. Become a member today: brulosophy.com/aha/ | Relevant Articles | Impact Of Age On Hops - Willamette: http://brulosophy.com/2015/09/28/the-impact-of-age-hops-exbeeriment-results/ Impact Of Age On Hops - Simcoe: http://brulosophy.com/2016/07/25/the-impact-of-age-on-hops-pt-2-simcoe-exbeeriment-results/ Hop Storage - Vacuum Sealed vs. Non-Purged Baggie: http://brulosophy.com/2017/07/17/hop-storage-vacuum-sealed-vs-non-purged-baggie-exbeeriment-results/