New York Hops for New York Microbrew

[beans]

Here's an interesting article about the revival of growing and using NY hops.

I always like the idea of reviving old ideas or traditions of the past.

After all, Great Lakes Brewing Company opened its doors in what was once the heart of Cleveland's brewery industry and with the city's still-original-with-the-building and oldest mahogany bar.

[Susan in FL]

Good news, thank you much for the link.

[malarkey]

"....He tried five varieties but cut back to three after experimenting the first few years. His hop crop consisted of the West Coast varieties Cascade, Williamette and Mt. Hood."

you WILL be assimilated.

[Chops]

Ithaca makes some excellent beers. My personal favorite is the Flower Power IPA, so I would think this Double IPA would be great.