Category Archives: Hops

Stainless Steel Hop Spider, 300 Micron… $14.59, best price + free shipping

hop spider + Hop Spider 300 Micron Mesh Stainless Steel Filter Strainer for Home Beer Brewing Kettle with Hook (10 * 25.5cm)

hop spider + Hop Spider 300 Micron Mesh Stainless Steel Filter Strainer for Home Beer Brewing Kettle with Hook (10 * 25.5cm)

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10 cm is about 4″. 25.5 cm is about 10″. This filter is about 10″ x 4″.

4/22 2 PM Central: These have dropped to just $14.59. That’s a bargain. It’s also the best historical third party Amazon price I found, notwithstanding Lightning Deals or coupons. Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

hop spider + Hop Spider 300 Micron Mesh Stainless Steel Filter Strainer for Home Beer Brewing Kettle with Hook (10 * 25.5cm) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Stainless Steel Dry Hop Filter with 300 micron mesh… $8.31 + free prime ship, volatile

Hop Filter Drinks Hopper Filter for Beer Mesh Filter Cartridge Accessory Strainer Stainless Steel 300 Micron Filter Cartridge Replace Pool Filter Cartridge Replacement

Hop Filter Drinks Hopper Filter for Beer Mesh Filter Cartridge Accessory Strainer Stainless Steel 300 Micron Filter Cartridge Replace Pool Filter Cartridge Replacement

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  • The hop filter can be used for filtering homebrew, beer, wine, homemade coffee. Suitable accessory for coffee grinder, filter pot, filter, water purifier etc
  • Food Grade Material: Stainless steel has the characteristics of safe, acid and alkali resistance, low temperature and high temperature resistance, and is safe to use.
  • Suitable for: Size: Approx. 29cm x 7cm (11in x 2.7in) The product is a hop filter for homebrew, beer, wine, coffee etc.
  • Filter Impurities:300 micron mesh design, good filtering performance, makes the filtering more fine, provide great clarity. Rely on this wine aerator to ensure you can enjoy pure wine without impurities.
  • High Quality:The hop filter is made of quality stainless steel material, strong and to use, anti rust, no , acid & alkali resisting, low & high temperature resistant, safe to use.

 

4/23 9 AM Central: This is selling for just $8.31. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Hop Filter Drinks Hopper Filter for Beer Mesh Filter Cartridge Accessory Strainer Stainless Steel 300 Micron Filter Cartridge Replace Pool Filter Cartridge Replacement – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Also Consider:  Keg Lid with Hang Tab – from William’s Brewing – hang tab to allow you to easily hang items like dry hoppers from the keg lid

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Commercial Grade Quart Vacuum Sealer Bags, Assorted Sizes, 150 Count [for hops and more] – $19.99 on Lightning Deals

Syntus Vacuum Sealer Bags, 150 Gallon 11" x 16" and Quart 8" x 12" and Pint 6" x 10" Commercial Grade PreCut Bag, Food Vac Bags for Storage, Meal Prep or Sous Vide

Vacuum Sealer Bags

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  • Works with All Types of Vacuum Sealers: These vacuum sealer bags are designed for matching all vacuum sealer machines. Simple operation, convenient to use.
  • PreCut Design: Total 150 count 11" x 16" gallon size and 8" x 12" quart size and 6" x 10" pint size pre-cut bags. Just pull out and use; no need to cut, no need to seal one side before putting food in.
  • Puncture Prevention: With single side embossed dotted increases suction and prevents bones from piercing; high-tenacity material provides an air isolated environment and keeps food fresh for longer.
  • BPA Free: BPA-free material with assured, perfect for food storage. Suitable for microwave oven, cabinet, fridge, or freezer storage, in addition to boiling, sous vide cooking, and more.
  • Wide Range of Application: Archive nutrition and fresh from extending the shelf life, storage for vegetables, seafood, ribs, beans, and pills; these food sealer vacuum bags work well for various purposes. Reduce food waste and manage them reasonably.

 

Use to store hops, other brewing ingredients and more

4/22 11 AM Central: These are on sale for $19.99 as an Amazon Lightning Deal. Some items are available in multiple variations, check each for Lightning Deal eligibility and pricing. Lightning Deals are limited time and quantity deals and can change quickly. Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Syntus Vacuum Sealer Bags, 150 Gallon 11″ x 16″ and Quart 8″ x 12″ and Pint 6″ x 10″ Commercial Grade PreCut Bag, Food Vac Bags for Storage, Meal Prep or Sous Vide – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Related: Inkbird VS-01 Hands on Review

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Mason Jars For Homebrew Ingredient Storage, Yeast Starters and More

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Vacuum Bag Rolls, 2 Packs 8 in x 20 ft [Preserve Hops & More] – $7.99 on Lightning Deals

Bonsenkitchen Vacuum Food Sealer Rolls Bags, 2 Packs 8 in x 20 ft Storage Bags, BPA Free, Durable Commercial Customized Size Food Bags for Food Storage and Sous Vide Cooking

Bonsenkitchen Vacuum Food Sealer Rolls Bags, 2 Packs 8 in x 20 ft Storage Bags, BPA Free, Durable Commercial Customized Size Food Bags for Food Storage and Sous Vide Cooking

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Highlighted Features
  • 【BPA FREE 】Bonsenkitchen vacuum food sealer roll bags can be microwaved, frozen, re-used, washed, boiled and dishwasher safe. Allows you to precisely control your cooking temperature to achieve perfect results. You can cook sous vide in Bonsenkitchen bags by placing them in water at any temperature up to 230°F/110°C
  • 【HEAVY DUTY COMMERCIAL GRADE】BonsenKitchen vacuum sealing bags have deeper air passages than other brands for a better seal, keeping food moisture and forming an airtight barrier, locking in other features and preventing damage and freezer burns
  • 【CUSTOMISED FOOD VACUUM BAGS】 Bonsenkitchen vacuum sealer roll is compatible with all major brand vacuum sealers, you can make a customized-size vacuum bag in a few seconds.
  • 【EASY TO CUT & SEAL】One side recess groove design, other side glossy transparent design. 4 mil Heavy-duty bags with embossed air-removal channels for maximum freshness
  • 【TIME & MONEY SAVING】Vacuum Seal Bags are pre-cut and ready-to-use, saving you time whenever you’re preserving leftovers, preparing make-ahead meals, and portioning bulk items in the freezer. Vacuum seal rolls allow you to make your own length according different size of food 5 times longer than zipper bags basically depending on the type of food. A best choice to preserve valuables and household things away from dust and damp.

 

Why would you want a Vacuum Sealer for homebrewing?  Vacuum sealers are indispensable for storing hops.  You can save money by getting in on bulk hop buys.  Use your vacuum sealer to break these up and to preserve freshness.  You can also store specialty grains in vacuum bags.  Other uses include: storing base grains, partial dry yeast packs and storing and preserving other beer ingredients.

4/22 9 AM Central: This is on sale for $7.99 as an Amazon Lightning Deal. Some items are available in multiple variations, check each for Lightning Deal eligibility and pricing. Lightning Deals are limited time and quantity deals and can change quickly. Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Bonsenkitchen Vacuum Food Sealer Rolls Bags, 2 Packs 8 in x 20 ft Storage Bags, BPA Free, Durable Commercial Customized Size Food Bags for Food Storage and Sous Vide Cooking – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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MoreBeer Hop Clearance + STACKING Deal

morebeer hop clearance

MoreBeer’s sale and clearance page showcases their current sale items.  The lineup can be extensive and can include both new and used gear.  The lineup changes frequently and some items, especially used or scratch and dent items, are available in limited quantities.

ALL Sale and Clearance –  Sort by: Most Popular | Best Rated

  • Most items bundle with MoreBeer’s Free Shipping.  Under that promo most orders over $59 ship for free.
  • Maximize Free Shipping: Get in on multiple sales on the same order. Deal of the Day (while supplies last) – KOTWHop Market

Clearance Hops!  

The lineup currently includes a large selection of hops

Stacking Deal!

For a limited time MoreBeer is discounting all brewing ingredients by 15% when you use coupon code BIGBREW2024

To view selection of brewing ingredients, click here

This will STACK with clearance hop deals!


Also at MoreBeer… The Hop Market!

More Hop Deals!

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Hop Rhizomes are Shipping at Some Stores! Grow Your Own Hops – Rhizome Roundup! + FREE Hop Growing Resources

Pictured – MoreBeer’s Rhizome Pre Sale – Check it out

A few retailers have an annual rhizome pre-sales.  The earlier you “hop” (did you see what I did there) on these sales, the better.  That will give you a better chance to reserve the varieties you want to grow in your hop garden.

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Selection Changes TODAY… MoreBeer’s Hop Market – Hops from $8.99/lb!

MoreBeer’s Hop Market features limited time, rotating hop deals. Selection changes regularly.  Hops are available while supplies last.  Selections can sell out and changes quickly.

The Hop Market! – current deals, shows most popular deals first

Sorts by price < this week’s Hop Market features hops from just $8.99

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Last Call, Ends Today… Sabro HBC 438 – aka Ron Mexico – $8.99/lb! Over HALF OFF

sabro hop deal

  • MoreBeer’s Hop Market features limited time, rotating hop deals.
  • Selection changes regularly.  Hops are available while supplies last.  Selections can sell out or change quickly.
  • Shipping is also free to most US addresses with a qualifying $59 order.
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

The Hop Market! at MoreBeer – current offerings – sorts to show most popular first

Sabro™ brand HBC 438 are included in this week’s lineup. This can change quickly, check Hop Market for current selections and pricing.

More about Sabro™ brand HBC 438 Hops

From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

For many years Sabro™ brand HBC 438 has been unofficially referred to as Ron Mexico due to its native US neomexicanus hop heritage, and was once one of the more difficult hops to get your hands on. It developed such a huge cult following in the brewing community that you can trace the recent boom in available neomexicanus hop varieties back to HBC 438. Sabro is notable for its complexity of fruity and citrus flavors. It imparts distinct tangerine, coconut, tropical fruit, and stone fruit aromas, with hints of cedar, mint, and cream. Sabro’s pedigree is the result of a unique cross pollination of a female neomexicanus hop. With a robust brewing performance, Sabro proves to be a strongly expressive hop that translates its flavor incredibly well into beer.

Vinnie of Russian River Brewing once used this hop in an experimental beer brewed for the National Homebrewers Conference, which was an absolute hit. We recently toured Russian River’s new Windsor brewery with Vinnie, and he still raves about this hop and will happily talk about the origin of the Ron Mexico alias with a Cheshire grin on his face. We think you’ll absolutely love this hop for brewing juicy, tropical pale ales and IPAs!

 

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Last Call… New Selection – Hops from… $8.99, selection changes soon

MoreBeer’s Hop Market features limited time, rotating hop deals. Selection changes regularly.  Hops are available while supplies last.  Selections can sell out and changes quickly.

The Hop Market! – current deals, shows most popular deals first

Sorts by price < this week’s Hop Market features hops from just $8.99

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100 x Commercial Grade Pint Vacuum Bags by Bonsenkitchen [for hops and more] – on sale for $9.98

Bonsenkitchen Vacuum Food Sealer Bags 100 Quart 6" x 10', BPA Free, Commercial Grade Textured Food Vacuum Sealer Bag, Thick Embossed Bags for Food Storage and Sous Vide Cooking

100 x Commercial Grade Pint Vacuum Sealer Bags

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  • 【BPA FREE】Bonsenkitchen food sealer pint 6" x 10" bags can be microwaved, frozen, re-used, washed, boiled and dishwasher safe. Allows you to precisely control your cooking temperature to achieve perfect results. You can cook sous vide in Bonsenkitchen bags by placing them in water at any temperature up to 195°F/90°C
  • 【COMMERCIAL GRADE VACUUM SEALING BAGS】BonsenKitchen vacuum sealing bags have deeper air passages than other brands for a better seal, keeping food moisture and forming an airtight barrier, locking in other features and preventing damage and freezer burns
  • 【UNIVERSAL SIZE PACKING BAGS】Bonsenkitchen pre-cut vacuum sealer bags food vac bags are compatible with all major brand vacuum sealers including food, Seal-a-Meal and other brand name food sealer bags
  • 【EASY TO CUT & SEAL】One side recess groove design, another side glossy transparent design. 4 mil Heavy-duty bags with embossed air-removal channels for maximum freshness
  • 【TIME & MONEY SAVING】Vacuum Seal Bags are pre-cut and ready-to-use, saving you time whenever you’re preserving leftovers, preparing make-ahead meals, and portioning bulk items in the freezer. A best choice to preserve valuables and household things away from dust and damp

 

Use to store hops, other brewing ingredients and more

4/9 2:30 AM Central: These are on sale for just $9.98. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Bonsenkitchen Vacuum Food Sealer Bags 100 Quart 6″ x 10′, BPA Free, Commercial Grade Textured Food Vacuum Sealer Bag, Thick Embossed Bags for Food Storage and Sous Vide Cooking – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Related: Inkbird VS-01 Hands on Review

See,,,My Hands on Review

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Ends Soon… Sabro HBC 438 – aka Ron Mexico – $8.99/lb! Over HALF OFF

sabro hop deal

  • MoreBeer’s Hop Market features limited time, rotating hop deals.
  • Selection changes regularly.  Hops are available while supplies last.  Selections can sell out or change quickly.
  • Shipping is also free to most US addresses with a qualifying $59 order.
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

The Hop Market! at MoreBeer – current offerings – sorts to show most popular first

Sabro™ brand HBC 438 are included in this week’s lineup. This can change quickly, check Hop Market for current selections and pricing.

More about Sabro™ brand HBC 438 Hops

From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

For many years Sabro™ brand HBC 438 has been unofficially referred to as Ron Mexico due to its native US neomexicanus hop heritage, and was once one of the more difficult hops to get your hands on. It developed such a huge cult following in the brewing community that you can trace the recent boom in available neomexicanus hop varieties back to HBC 438. Sabro is notable for its complexity of fruity and citrus flavors. It imparts distinct tangerine, coconut, tropical fruit, and stone fruit aromas, with hints of cedar, mint, and cream. Sabro’s pedigree is the result of a unique cross pollination of a female neomexicanus hop. With a robust brewing performance, Sabro proves to be a strongly expressive hop that translates its flavor incredibly well into beer.

Vinnie of Russian River Brewing once used this hop in an experimental beer brewed for the National Homebrewers Conference, which was an absolute hit. We recently toured Russian River’s new Windsor brewery with Vinnie, and he still raves about this hop and will happily talk about the origin of the Ron Mexico alias with a Cheshire grin on his face. We think you’ll absolutely love this hop for brewing juicy, tropical pale ales and IPAs!

 

MORE MoreBeer Deals!…This post contains affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability. pst:hopmkt1lb

Hop Rhizome Pre-Order! + Free Hop Growing Guide

  • Adventures in Homebrewing offers a variety of hop rhizomes.
  • Free Guide!  They also help get your hop garden going by offering a free Guide on growing your own hops.
  • AIH has launched their annual hop rhizome.  Hop on it… get the varieties you want by reserving them now.

AIH also carries hop twine and fertilizer

Hop Rhizomes at Adventures in Homebrewing

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More: Recent AIH Finds

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability. pst:aihrhizomes

Maxus Elite Digital Scale – 200 Gram Capacity x .01 Gram Resolution – on sale for $8.98, near best price

MAXUS  Precision Gram Scale 200g x 0.01g + 100g Resolution

MAXUS  Precision Gram Scale 200g x 0.01g + 100g Resolution

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  • [Gram Scale] Features Smart-Off (TM), Foolproof Calibration (TM) Technology and Overload Protection, Batteries Included
  • [Pocket Scale] Capacity x Readability: 200g x 0.01g / 7.054oz x 0.001oz / 3086gn x 0.2gn / 1000ct x 0.05ct / 6.43ozt x 0.001ozt / 128.60dwt x 0.01dwt
  • [Grain Scale] Units of Measure include: Grams, Ounces, Troy Ounces, Pennyweights, Carats, Grains; Arrow Scale, Archery Scale
  • [Powder Scale] Ships pre-calibrated; can be easily calibrated; Fast Reading, Pocket Size, Very Convenient
  • [Jewelry Scale] Compact: Great for Kitchen Food Brushed Stainless Steel Platform Backlit LCD Display Weighing Diamond Gemstone Gems Coins Money

 

Tare Function: Tare allows you to subtract the weight of the container you’re using to get a true weight of the contents.  Add your empty container to the scale and press the tare button.  This zeros out the scale.  Now add the thing you’re weighing and the scale displays just the weight of the contents of your container.  In my opinion the tare function is essential for any good homebrewing scale.

What I like about this scale… I like that this has the tare function and that it has a 1/100th gram resolution.  That means you should be able to use it for weighing hops, water salts, smaller amounts of specialty grains (200 grams is about 7 ounces) and other brewing ingredients.

What are Other’s Saying?   Search this product’s Amazon reviews for “hops” AND “brew” – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

As of this update, this is on sale for just $8.98. That’s 99 cents shy of the best historical third party Amazon price I found, notwithstanding Lightning Deals or coupons. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Precision Pocket Scale 200g x 0.01g, MAXUS Elite Digital Gram Scale Small Herb Scale Mini Food Scale Jewelry Scale Ounces/ Grains Scale, Easy to Carry, Great for Travel ,Backlit LCD, Stainless Steel – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Great Fermentations Hops Sale! + Our Hop Deals Roundup

Hop Deals Roundup!

Looking for a deal on hops?  Here’s a curated list of what’s going on right now!


Great Fermentations Hop Sale:

greatfermentations.com hop sale

  • Great Fermentations is discounting select hops by the lb for a limited time.
  • The selection includes some newer hops like Nectaron, Strata, Multihead and more.
  • They also offer Free Shipping on qualifying orders of $55 or more to addresses in the contiguous US

Great Fermentations Hop Sale!


Sabro for $8.99/lb!

sabro hop deal

  • MoreBeer’s Hop Market features limited time, rotating hop deals.
  • Selection changes regularly.  Hops are available while supplies last.  Selections can sell out or change quickly.
  • Shipping is also free to most US addresses with a qualifying $59 order.
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

The Hop Market! at MoreBeer – current offerings – sorts to show most popular first

Sabro™ brand HBC 438 are included in this week’s lineup. This can change quickly, check Hop Market for current selections and pricing.


20% Off AND 15% Back!

homebrewing.org sale

Ingredient Sale!

AND Triple Rewards! = ~15% back!

  • Adventures in Homebrewing’s Rewards program typically offers about 5% back. Each qualifying item earns 1 point per dollar. 200 points gets you a $10 discount code.
  • For a limited time, they’re giving triple points back. That equates to about 15% back on most things including many sale items.
  • Note that you must log in to earn rewards.
  • See: Rewards Program Complete Details

Important, go to sale page to double check that 3x rewards points are still being offered.

This deals apply to most hop offerings!


Hops from 98 cents/ou

homebrewing.org clearance

AIH has a massive clearance sale going on. Select items are discounted by up to 70%. No coupon code is required, availability is limited.

Clearance Sale

The sale includes two hops Jarrylo for 98 cents/ou and Waimea for $1.24/ou


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SteelPak – Vacuum Sealer Compatible Mylar Bags! – 11”x16” Roll – on sale for $17.99

Mylar Vacuum Seal 8"x16' or 11"x16' Rolls | SteelPak Textured/Embossed Aluminum Foil Vacuum/Heat Seal Rolls to Create Custom-Sized Vacuum Sealer Bags (1, 11"x16')

Mylar Vacuum Seal 8″x16′ or 11″x16′ Rolls | SteelPak Textured/Embossed Aluminum Foil Vacuum/Heat Seal Rolls to Create Custom-Sized Vacuum Sealer Bags (1, 11″x16′)

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  • VACUUM SEALER COMPATIBLE: Our patented SteelPak metallized roll is the ONLY Mylar roll that works in all major vacuum sealers (without added attachments), as well as all other high-end vacuum sealers allowing you to create customized vacuum seal Mylar bags.
  • CUSTOMIZE LENGTH TO FIT ANY FOOD YOU STORE: Whether you choose our 8 inch rolls or 11 inch rolls, you now have the option to cut the roll to whatever length you need ensuring no more wasted material, while also the proven protection of Mylar storage.
  • SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN BETTER THAN PLASTIC/POLY VACUUM BAGS: Independent testing (see images on left) demonstrate our SteelPak 4 mil. Mylar bags are scientifically 4500% more effective at blocking oxygen penetration than all leading poly vacuum bags (Yes, even “that” brand!)
  • ENGINEERED FOR FOOD SAFETY AND LONG-TERM STORAGE: Textured on one side and smooth finish on the other to allow for maximum air removal to provide longer refrigerator and freezer storage life and protection from freezer burn than ANY other product you can find. Guaranteed.
  • BETTER PROTECTION, BETTER VALUE: Don’t spend more for less protection – Our patented one of a kind storage bags combine the benefits of vacuum sealing with the protection of Mylar/aluminum foil for the same price as (less reliable) plastic/poly vacuum sealer bags.

 

Vacuum sealing with a FoodSaver, Seal-a-Meal or similar is a great way store food, hops, grains, spices and more. Vacuum bags work to seal out oxygen, prevent freezer burn and more.

What Are the Advantages Mylar Bags?

Generally speaking Mylar bags consist of three layers. Two Mylar layers that laminate a center aluminum foil layer. This combination provides strength, flexibility and durability along with an extremely low Oxygen Transmission Rate (OTR). These bags also block potentially damaging light. Combine this with vacuum sealing and you’ve got an outstanding way to store food & more.

Search Amazon for “food grade mylar bags” – to see lots of current offerings

For homebrewer’s… Vacuum sealed Mylar bags are an excellent  way to store hops and other oxygen sensitive materials.  As a testament to this, many hop distributors distribute hops in Mylar bags.  Sometimes those are vacuum sealed and sometimes they are nitrogen flushed.

Do Mylar Bags Work with FoodSaver Vacuum Sealers?

A FoodSaver (or similar) is a standard home suction type vacuum sealer that relies on special bags. We generally call them… vacuum sealer bags. These bags are embossed or textured to create channels on the inside of the bag. Those channels allow a FoodSaver to draw out air and create a vacuum all while the machine is clamped down. When this process is done a heat strip seals the bag locking in the vacuum state.

Mylar bags have smooth walls. Since they don’t have the required special channels they will not work with FoodSaver machines.

But, Wait… SteelPak Textured Vacuum Sealing Bags!

SteelPak has introduced a metalized vacuum bag that features an embossed/channeled design that allows these bags to work with FoodSaver-type vacuum machines.

4/6 5 PM Central: This is on sale for $17.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Mylar Vacuum Seal 8″x16′ or 11″x16′ Rolls | SteelPak Textured/Embossed Aluminum Foil Vacuum/Heat Seal Rolls to Create Custom-Sized Vacuum Sealer Bags (1, 11″x16′) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Note: From the description I think you get one roll

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Now Shipping! MoreBeer Hop Rhizomes! + Free Hop Growing Guide

MoreBeer offers a variety of hop rhizomes.  Availability of those is seasonal.  Also varieties change and sell out.

Hop Rhizomes at MoreBeer

As of this update on 4/5… MoreBeer’s 2024 rhizomes are shipping. Check their rhizomes page to see what’s still available.

Learn More!… MoreBeer’s Free Reference on Planting & Maintaining Hops!

Also: MoreBeer’s PDF on Growing Hops

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Inkbird INK-VS02 Vacuum Sealer – Next Generation Sealer w/Roll Storage & More

Food Sealer Vacuum Machine 10-In-1 with Full Starter Kit Built-in Cutter and Bag Storage(Up to 20ft), INKBIRD Moist/Dry/Pulse/Canister/Seal Bag*5 (8"*11.8") Roll*1 (11"*118"), Sealing Strip & Foam Gasket, -85Kpa, Noise <65dB

Inkbird Vacuum Sealer

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  • 🥩Built-in 11.8’’ Cutter & Bag Storage (Up to 20 Feet Length) - INKBIRD food vacuum sealer machine has full start kit, vacuum sealer bag*5 (8"*11.8") ,Bag Roll*1 (11"*118"), one air suction hose for wine or soup. A extra vacuum sealing strip and a foam gasket replacement. Directly get to use it without purchase any other accessories. And use the built-in cutter to get your desired size of bags.Note:Please raise the cutter when in use and pull the bag out from under the cutter.
  • 🍗Vacuum 200 Times Continuously at Dry Mode & 50 Times at Moist Mode - In order to get clean and organized and fresh food, many family will vacuum a lot of food at one time. Food sealer vacuum sealer have power vacuum sealing system,will vacuum 200 times continuously at dry mode(3-5s each time for 8.7x11.8 inch bags) , 50 times at moist mode(12-15s each time),11.8 inch sealing length. And food leftovers saver has overheating protection system.
  • 🍌7 Operable Modes of Moist/Dry/Pulse/Seal/Canister/Stop/Vac&Seal - Multi-function automatic air food sealer have 7 operable modes,including 5 food modes.Dry mode suit for dry aged beef, sausage and food without water, will take 3-7s to vacuum. Moist mode apply for seasoned meat, will take 12-15s to vacuum. Pulse mode suit for fragile food, you can stop the vacuum any time by the food situation. This vacuum sealers with jar attachment external canister mode good for soup, salad,wine and so on.
  • 🍪-85KPA Strong Suction Keep Food 10X Fresher - The strong power air suction is more effective and provide more fresh and tasty food. Awesome choice of seal a meal vacuum sealer machine for food preservation. The vacuum sealing time is less than 20s for each time. 11.8 X 0.12 inch sealing size make sure the awesome food sealing condition.
  • 🥗Easy to Clean and Storage - The working voice of sous vide vacuum sealer is less than 65dB,lower than other vacuum sealer for food(<70dB) on the market. Pretty easy to clean with towel and storage. Vacuum food sealer machine have a portable size:14.7*6.1*3.15 inch.ETL certification,product quality is reliable and guaranteed.Warranty: 1 year.

 

Why would you want a Vacuum Sealer for homebrewing?  Vacuum sealers are indispensable for storing hops.  You can save money by getting in on bulk hop buys.  Use your vacuum sealer to break these up and to preserve freshness.  You can also store specialty grains in vacuum bags.  Other uses include: storing base grains, partial dry yeast packs and storing and preserving other beer ingredients.

Food Sealer Vacuum Machine 10-In-1 with Full Starter Kit Built-in Cutter and Bag Storage(Up to 20ft), INKBIRD Moist/Dry/Pulse/Canister/Seal Bag*5 (8″*11.8″) Roll*1 (11″*118″), Sealing Strip & Foam Gasket, -85Kpa, Noise <65dB – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Digital Gram Scale, 500 Gram Capacity, .01 Gram Resolution [Hops, Water Salts & More]

Vitafit 500g Digital Pocket Scale,Weighing Professional Since 2001, 0.01g High Accuracy Grams Scale for Multifunction: Lab,Food Kitchen,Coffee,Jewelry; Black

Digital Gram Scale

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  • AMAZING ACCURACY CHOICE - Benefiting from over 20years scale professional experience, we make the digital pocket scale with best-in-class technology and expertise, and proudly guarantee weighing accuracy by 0.01g gram division up to extra-high capacity: 500g grams. Even at outdoors, the high precision for scale grams is still quite credible.
  • EASY TO USE - The gram scale utilized up-to-date digital technology, along with many friendly features, including: First of all, it is a real pocket scale specialized in pocket size by crafted hinge for conveniently open and close; along with the high-end stainless steel tray in comfortable size: 3.1x2.7in(78x68mm) for easily weighing; Power/Tare and Unit Switch by soft and durable Key buttons; 6 different weight units: g, ozt, ct, gn, tl, dwt and oz for versatile occasion.
  • SUPER HIGH CLARITY LCD - The digital lab scale grams analytical scale is equipped with super high clarity LCD by extra large size:1.6x0.8in (40x20mm) in blue backlit, specialized for easily viewing digits in any conditions, especially in sunlight and outdoors, and kept the same brightness throughout batteries’ lifecycle.
  • ORIGINAL DESIGN - The pocket scale is our original design with the idea: Anytime Anywhere for Any Tiny Precision Weighing. Our whole team sincerely wishes it is the perfect pocket scale not only for indoor weighing, but also the perfect and reliable for outdoor occasions.
  • BEYOND OUR DIGITAL SCALES - Our factory was established in 2001. Our first-class quality and social management system has been certified by ISO and Social Accountability. All Vitafit products are supported by our US customer service center in the heartland state Missouri. Vitafit: Inspired by Life, for Better Life.

 

Tare Function: Tare allows you to subtract the weight of the container you’re using to get a true weight of the contents.  Add your empty container to the scale and press the tare button.  This zeros out the scale.  Now add the thing you’re weighing and the scale displays just the weight of the contents of your container.  In my opinion the tare function is essential for any good homebrewing scale.

Given the specs of this scale, it should work for weighing hops, water salts, smaller amounts of specialty grains (500 grams is about 17.6 ounces or just over a pound) and other brewing ingredients.

Vitafit Scale Digital Pocket Scale,500g by 0.01g,Digital Grams Scale,Food Scale,Jewelry Scale Black – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Electric Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer – Store Hops and More

LOVE MOMENT Electric Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer Kit for Wide Mouth and Regular Mouth Mason Jars

Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer

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  • 【Suitable for two types of Mason jars】The electric Mason jar vacuum sealer contains two sizes of mouth seals for your daily use. To get the standard mouth seal jar, simply insert the red arrow on the standard mouth seal converter, align it with the unlock symbol on the main unit and then insert it inside the silicone ring in the wide mouth seal area and tighten it clockwise, at this point the arrow is aligned with the lock symbol, which indicates a successful installation.
  • 【For all your vacuum sealing needs】Includes an electric vacuum sealer containing a wide mouth sealer, a standard mouth seal converter, 5* wide mouth Mason jar lids, and 5* regular mouth Mason jar lids and user guide. Our food vacuum sealer kit will help you remove the air from your Mason jars and extend the life of your stored food.
  • 【Easy to use】The cordless vacuum sealer with standard mouth sealer converter kit is suitable for wide-mouth and regular-mouth mason jars (mason jars not included). Make sure the electric vacuum sealer is centered and pressed firmly against the lid of the jar, click the button to start the vacuum pump and wait about 40 seconds or more and the air can be evacuated to the seal. Clicking the button again closes the sealer.
  • 【Electric vacuum pump, free your hands】No longer need to use both hands to press the manual vacuum pump ten or twenty times, no longer need to take out a bunch of accessories hose, take out a vacuum machine, so that your desktop clutter, you use our electric vacuum pump, just press the button once, wait 40 seconds or more, you can complete the vacuum seal.
  • 【Portable vacuum sealer】Don't have a vacuum sealer? Don't worry!!! We offer you an electric Mason jar sealer that you can use to extract the air from your Mason jars. The sealer is too big to carry with you when you travel or have a picnic? You can also use this electric sealer instead of it.

 

Mason jar specific vacuum sealers are available now. These work solely with mason jar type jars and will not seal regular bags and rolls. Mason jars are a great way to store hops and more

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Mason Jars For Homebrew Ingredient Storage, Yeast Starters and More

You can also use Mason jars along with your vacuum sealer’s accessory port with a compatible jar sealer to store grain.  Using my rule of thumb 1.25 lbs per liter, the half gallon size jars should hold around 2.36 lbs of grain and the quart jars should hold around 1.17 lbs of grain.  Mason jars are reusable, oxygen impermeable and you can easily see the contents.

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New Selection – Hops from… $8.99

MoreBeer’s Hop Market features limited time, rotating hop deals. Selection changes regularly.  Hops are available while supplies last.  Selections can sell out and changes quickly.

The Hop Market! – current deals, shows most popular deals first

Sorts by price < this week’s Hop Market features hops from just $8.99

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