R-300.01.020 [2016-03] Moisture Content in Whole Hops and Hop Products

Application/Purpose

Hops with high moisture content have a shorter storage life; in contrast, hops that are too dry disintegrate easily and lose their lupulin.

Scope of Application

Hops and hop products intended for use in beer brewing or elsewhere in the food industry

Principle

The moisture content of whole hops, hop powder products or pellets is determined through the difference in weight before and after drying under standardized conditions.

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