I finally got my soil tested on Sunday and it was perfect: 6.5 pH. I got the rhizomes in the ground so that they can get started growing. I never pay much attention to the weather, so I guess I need to start in case we get a little frost again this year. From the weather reports I did look at, it seems unlikely. I planted Mount Hood hops because I think they will make excellent aroma hops for some of the more winter-style beers. If these work well, I will likely get some Cascade in the ground next year.

I also started brewing another braggot on Sunday. Details are on the Brewing Journal linked on the left. The first one turned out quite well, so I am trying a slightly darker one this time. I’ve switched to a Kölsch ale yeast instead of a lager yeast due to the warmer temperature.