{"product_id":"hops","title":"Hops","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumulus lupulus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHops are best known for their use in brewing, but they also have a long history of use in traditional herbal teas. Their strong, earthy bitterness makes them especially useful in nighttime and relaxation-focused herbal blends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally Used For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Relaxation and unwinding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Evening and bedtime herbal blends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Supporting a calm nighttime routine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Digestive-style bitter blends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong, bitter, earthy, slightly floral and herbaceous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use in Tea:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause hops are naturally quite bitter, a little goes a long way. Start with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e½ teaspoon of dried hops per 8 ounces of hot water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Steep for about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5–10 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, strain, and adjust to taste. Hops are often more enjoyable when blended with milder or naturally sweet herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs Well With:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChamomile, lemon balm, lavender, passionflower, skullcap, valerian, mint, oat tops and rose petals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlending Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse hops as a smaller part of a blend rather than the main ingredient. Lemon balm, chamomile or mint can help soften their naturally bitter flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHops can also be used in herbal sachets, dream pillows and aromatic herbal blends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHops may promote drowsiness. Use caution when combining with alcohol, sedating medications or other strongly relaxing herbs. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding or if you take medications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delights By The Pound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56196960223537,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/2813\/5985\/files\/images_8_69121a9e-8db9-492e-9267-5c45d4c22586.jpg?v=1788965436","url":"https:\/\/shop.delightsbythepound.com\/products\/hops","provider":"Delights By The Pound","version":"1.0","type":"link"}