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Start of the Hop Trip

Deschutes just posted photos of their trip out to Groschie Farms to pick up the hops for their annual fresh hop ale, Hop Trip.



Lots more photos here. Go have a look.

(Is it me, or is this an early harvest? Seems like it was September in past years.)
Jeff AlworthAugust 27, 2009fresh hop beers5 Comments
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