Lesson 8 - Brewing with Hops

This lesson dealt with brewing with hops. Topics covered included: the effect of when hops are added, the equipment required, selecting hops and hop addition calculations.

The intended learning outcomes were as follows:

1. Assess hops by physical examination, in conjunction with analytical results to select hops suitable for brewing.
2. Understand the different laboratory methods used to analyse hops, and be able to use that information in calculating a hop grist.
3. Select appropriate hop products and predict how they will affect the beer produced.
4. Identify appropriate hop addition methods, depending upon the stage of the process.
5. Calculate the hops required to achieve a desired bitterness level.
6. Calculate hop utilisation.

A self-assessment lesson now follows, which will allow you to assess the level to which you have attained the outcomes of this lesson.