Hops Flower

Hops flowers are the cone-shaped blossoms of Humulus lupulus, a climbing perennial native to Europe and North America. Known for their distinctive aroma and natural bitterness, hops have been traditionally valued in brewing and herbal preparations. Whole hops flowers feature a pale green color, a light, papery texture, and a pleasantly earthy, floral scent with subtle citrus notes. Their versatility makes them suitable for culinary, beverage, and aromatic applications.

UPC: 810206310045, 810206310052 & 084783007074.

Origin(s): Africa, Bulgaria, China, Poland & United States.

Latin Name(s): Humulus lupulus.

Also known as: Common Hop.

Plant Part(s) Used: Flower.

Herbs exhibit natural variations in their size, color, smell, and taste, with each batch and harvest showing differences influenced by environmental conditions and genetics.

Appearance: Green.

Aroma: Unpleasant.

Taste: Strong & bitter.

GMO Status: Non-GMO.

Allergen: None.

Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives.

Applications / Preparations: Hops Flower can be used in a variety of ways. Internally,
it's commonly put into capsules, teas or infused as an herbal extract. Externally, it may be put in dream / sleep pillows, infused in water or alcohol for soaps, shampoos & hair products. For decorative use in floral displays.

Internal Use: To prepare as a tea, pour 8–12 fl. oz. of boiling water over 1 teaspoon (approx. 0.5 grams) of Hops Flower. Cover and steep for 3-5 minutes, then strain and serve. Enjoy 1–2 cups daily. May also be used for tinctures, infusions, or brewing according to personal recipes and preferences.

External Use: Hops flowers have a wide range of traditional external applications, including aromatic, cosmetic, and craft uses. Due to the variety of methods and preparations, customers are encouraged to research appropriate techniques, ratios, and safety guidelines for their intended external use.

Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.

Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an exact expiration date for most single herbs as they do not really expire, they lose potency or strength over time but will still have value. Unlike synthetic material or drugs, herbs can contain many constituents that contribute to their medicinal effects. Even if when we know what the active constituents are, there are often many of them in a single herb, each with different rates of degradation. Some herbs lose their effect more easily. Other herbs that possess more stable compounds such as alkaloids or steroids will last much longer.

A huge part of the degradation rate of herbs depends also on the storage conditions of the herb, & even on the quality of the herb before storage – how it was grown, harvested, dried & processed. If the product is left in hot places or open to sunlight then it will degrade much quicker than if it was stored in cool, dry place & sealed tightly.

A good rule of thumb is that herbs should be stored no longer than 2-3 years, but many herbs will have great strength much longer than that. To determine if an herb is still good you can check the appearance & aroma. Herbs that are no longer acceptable will have lost much of its vibrant color & will instead appear dull & faded. The bigger key though is to smell the raw materials to see if the potent aroma is still present. 

Warning: Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition. May cause drowsiness; use caution when operating machinery.