2008 Amarillo hops.

[jhenderson27]

Found freezer stored sealed 1lbs bag of amarillo for 14 for the pound. Is this too old? Please advise.

 

[Priemus]

Vacuum sealed and in the freezer, id bet anything they are fine.

 

[jhenderson27]

They are. Im just gonna be angry if they are junk. Amarillo is awesome and in short supply in bulk that i can find decent priced

 

[Priemus]

I guess its "possible" they lost some potency for bittering while frozen so long. But if they smell nice, use em.

I know alot of hops can keep for several months at room temp. I have personally kept them in a Re-sealed bag in the fridge for a year. I wouldnt hesitate to use a frozen vacuum sealed bag. (but i cut alot of corners)

 

[KAMMEE]

Make a quick hop tea with a couple and see what its like, I bet they're still great.

 

[Brent_in_Aurora]

I have used hops that old and had good results. The key to storage is to make sure that they are dried completely and vacuum packed. I had some that were not dried at all and they got a little icy. The beer turned out fine, though.

 

[jhenderson27]

Thanks!