Guess who is Cannabis's cousin

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Cannabis and beer are closely connected by their common botanical line, in particular their connection to hops. Both cannabis (cannabis sativa) and hops (Humulus Lupulus) belong to the Cannabaceae family, a small group of flowering plants that only include a handful of genera. Despite their different uses – one for psychoactive and medical effects, the other for brewing and flavoring beer – these two plants have significant genetic and chemical similarities that have brought them the title “Botanical Cousins”.

The most obvious connection between cannabis and hops lies in the production of terpenes, the aromatic compounds that are responsible for the characteristic scents and aromas of both plants. Terpenes such as myrcene, humules and caryophylles can be found in high concentrations in both cannabis and hops that contribute to the sharp, traffic jams, piney or citric flavors that are well known to beer enthusiasts and cannabis users. These terpenes also have biological effects, including anti -inflammatory and soothing properties that are examined for therapeutic applications.

From a genetic point of view, cannabis and hops share significant parts of their DNA. A study from 2019 that sequenced the Hop Genom found a significant overlap with cannabis genes, especially in the paths that produce terpenes and other secondary metabolites. This common biochemical machinery explains why certain craft beers, in particular the India Pale Ale (IPA) category, can have flavors, the cannabis very similarly resemble ingredients without cannabis.

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Historically, the cultivation of both plants has followed parallel paths. Each was selectively bred for certain characteristics: hops for bitterness and aroma in brows, cannabis for cannabinoid content such as THC and CBD. The breeders in both industries have benefited terpen profiles to fulfill the further developed consumer taste, be it in the form of a blurry, tropical IPA or a fruity cannabis tribe with a high terrace.

In recent years, cultural and commercial overlap between cannabis and craft beer has grown. Some breweries experiment with cannabis terps or even non-psychoactive hemp to create hybrid drinks that mix the worlds of beer and weeds. While beers suggested in many markets are regulated and mostly not available, the scientific and sensory connections between hops and cannabis continue to inspire innovation and cooperation.

Ultimately, the relationship between cannabis and hops is more than skin -low. It is rooted in biology, which is expressed in aroma and taste and increasingly designs the future of both industries through genetics, craft and culture.