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For techniques and usage amounts of aged hops, see [[Hops#Aged_Hops_in_Lambic|Aged Hops in Lambic]].
===Aging Hops===
Hops should be dried first before aging to help prevent mold growth (see this [https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/drying_hops_on_a_small_scale article from Michigan State University] on drying small amounts of hops for home growers). The hops are typically bound in burlap sacks and left to age in preferably low humidity conditions. The hops should be aged for 2+ years. Monitor for mold growth during this time, and discard any hops that show visible signs of mold growth.
===Chemistry and Characteristics===