I Grew My Own Hops!

[mahlerdw]

I'm a fairly new brewer. I have brewed 15 or so 5-gallon batches over the years with pretty good success.

I have never used fresh hops, instead I have always purchased pellets.

Someone gave me a plant in the spring and I have grown my own hops over the summer.

So now I have a pretty decent first year crop of Willamett hops.

I am very excited to try a batch using the hops I grew myself.

The research I have done seems to tell me that Willamett hops can be quite bitter, maybe even harsh. ( is that accurate?)

I prefer lighter beers that are not too bitter.

I'm looking for recipies/suggestions on how to utilize the Wilamett hops in a lighter recipie.

Thanks in advance.

DWM - Grand Rapids, MI

 

[unionrdr]

Actually,willamette is an aroma hop of only 4-6%AA. Mild floral,slightly spicy & a lil earthy in aroma & flavor. Not harsh or bitter at all. Look at this; http://www.midwestsupplies.com/willamette-pellet-hops.html