What is Neomexicanus?
neomexicanus is a genetically distinct sub-species of hop that has been growing wild in the dry mountain regions of New Mexico for the last million years.
What are hop rhizomes?
Hop rhizomes are small roots that are cut from the main root system of a mature female hop plant. In the springtime, after the rhizomes are planted, the bines (hop vines) of a new hop plant begin to grow. Hop vines are capable of growing up to 12 inches a day under ideal conditions.
When should I buy hop rhizomes?
Rhizomes are shipped directly from the grower as soon as the soil is workable in the spring (usually mid April, depending on the weather).
What are Neomexicanus hops?
Neomexicanus hops are the newest variety of hops to hit the brewing world, first discovered in’ you guessed it New Mexico! The first commercially available Neomexicanus hop was named Medusa, given its name for it’s multi-headed cone.
Where are sabro hops grown?
New Mexico
While most hops on the market hail from European ancestors, Sabro® is born from humulus lupulus var. Neomexicanus—a distinct subspecies of hops that has grown wild in the mountains of New Mexico. It delivers reliable brewing performance and distinctly unique flavor and aroma.
How do you plant a hop rhizome?
Plant the hop rhizome. Dig a 4-inch hole in each mound and lay the rhizome into the hole horizontally, with the root side down. Loosely pack the soil down over the plant and cover with straw or mulch to prevent weed growth. Keep the soil consistently moist until the vines begin to sprout.
How do you make a hop rhizome?
Growing hops rhizomes requires well-draining soil and fairly neutral soil pH. Harvest rhizomes for hops plant propagation in late spring and plant immediately. Cut 5 to 6 inches (12 to 15 cm.) of rhizome with a sharp, sterile knife and plant 2 inches (5 cm.)
Do hops plants spread?
The hops plant grows upwards as a vine and is a hardy perennial member of the flowering plant family Cannabaceae. As the hops plant grows each year as does its roots or rhizomes. Each year the growers of hops will dig down to the roots and split the rhizomes to prevent the base of the hops plant from spreading to far.
Can you grow hops in New Mexico?
Despite their name, New Mexican hops (sometimes referred to as neos) are native to most of the western United States. They tolerate drought well and commonly grow near streambeds and riverbanks. You’ll find them all around the state—in the Gila, in the Jemez, in the Pecos, and in many moist spots between.
What does sabro hop taste like?
SABRO® HOP PROFILE Sabro is an aroma hop that 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.
What hops go well with sabro?
Hop Pairings We found that Citra, Mosaic, Strata & Ekuanot hops are commonly used alongside the Sabro hop.