In the plant world there is a plant that is a very close relative of Cannabis sativa L; It is a plant from the Cannabaceae family (Cannabinaceae), the same one that cannabis is a part of, we are referring to hops (Humulus lupulus L).

Therefore, these two interesting plants have common morphological characteristics, such as, for example, similarities in the shape of the leaves, which are lobed and with serrated edges, as well as a certain similarity in the appearance of their flowers: the cannabis buds and the pinecone-shaped flowers of hops could well be confused if viewed from a distance.

Furthermore, another common characteristic of both plants is that like cannabis, hops produce female and male plants, in which the males create pollen and the females the fruit. It is curious to find a plant that is so closely related to cannabis and is not so stigmatized, but rather the opposite, since hops are a plant highly valued for their medicinal properties and mainly for being the second most famous ingredient in beer.

It is curious to find a plant that is so closely related to cannabis and is not so stigmatized, but rather the opposite, since hops are a plant highly valued for their medicinal properties and mainly for being the second most famous ingredient in beer.

Originally from Europe, Western Asia and North America, it is present in many communities in the Spanish state, being used to season and stabilize beer, flavouring it and giving it that characteristic bitter touch. In addition, it also improves the grip of the foam on the glass, thus protecting it from bacteria that could contaminate it.

Depending on the variety of hops used, among the flavours it provides to the beer we find floral and fruity aromas, aromas of resin and pine, and aromas of earth, among many others.

On the other hand, a lot has to do with when the hops are added during the production of the beer: before boiling, the flavour of our precious drink will be finer, and on the other hand, if it is added later, its flavour will be more intense.

Finally, regarding its medicinal properties, it is used as a sedative and calming; stimulates digestion and gastric secretions. It is also used to treat burns, colds, cystitis, delirium and much more. Of more than ailments.

If you want to know more about the characteristics and properties of hops you can CLICK HERE.

In short, we already know parascientifically why we unconsciously like beer so much, because there is nothing better than having a cold one while we smoke a well-rolled cigarette of our own, so Cheers and Good Smokes! 😊