Hops demand to push microbrew prices up

But how much and when no one is quite clear, local brewer says

By Anna Sowa / The Bulletin
November 16, 2007

At Deschutes Brewery’s plant in Bend, burlap sacks stuffed with tender hops buds are stacked in refrigerated rooms, emitting an earthy potpourri aroma that will eventually give beer its distinctive bitter, spiced flavor.

When it comes to hops, many craft brewers in Central Oregon....

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