What is a Hop?
Hops are the flowers of the hop plant Humulus lupulus, a member of the Cannabaceae family of flowering plants.
They are used primarily as a bittering, flavoring, and stability agent in beer, to which, in addition to bitterness, they impart floral, fruity, or citrus flavors and aromas.
Where Can I Buy Hops In South Africa?
Africa Hops
Address: Rainbow Park, 7 Rainbow Cl, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7405, South Africa
Hours: Closes soon ⋅ 4 pm ⋅ Opens 8 am Tue
Phone: +27 71 133 9081
SA Breweries George Hop Farms
Address: South Africa
Hours: Closes soon ⋅ 4 pm ⋅ Opens 8 am Tue
Phone: +27 44 802 8400
Where is hops grown in South Africa?
George region
A total of 409 hectares of hops are currently cultivated in the George region [alone],” she said. While farmers are exploring other regions, George is the only region in South Africa where the conditions are just right for hop-growing
Are hops grown in South Africa?
Hops are grown in South Africa and harvested once a year in George in Western Cape.
How long do hops take to grow?
A normal crop of hops should be expected the second year. The hop plant produces best under specific climatic and soil conditions.
A minimum of 120 frost-free days are needed for flowering. Direct sunlight and a long day length (15 hours or more) is also needed.