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Female flower cones from the Humulus lupulus plant. Used for their flavor, aroma, and bittering qualities. Hops may also contribute a preservative/anti-microbial properties to beer.

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What are the most citrusy hops?

Per its name, Citra is also a good citrus-y variety. If you want to know what it adds, compare a Sierra Nevada pale ale (Cascade) to a Sierra Nevada Torpedo IPA (dry-hopped with Citra).
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Is it important to weigh down a hop bag for dry-hopping?

You pull out all sorts of nasty sediment and flavors that way, particularly when using pellet hops. …
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What accounts for the cheesy/sweaty flavor of hops and are there ways to minimize it?

Use the freshest hops you can get. Boil longer. Isovaleric acid is apparently a volatile that will be driven off via the boil. … You're less likely to have it in the final product if you boil the hops for longer. …
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