Image: Fresh hop cones with bright lupulin glands

This photo shows freshly harvested hop cones in vivid detail. The focus is on a central cone revealing bright yellow lupulin glands nestled between soft green bracts. The glands appear dense and resinous, contrasting with the lush green leaves. Surrounding cones fill the frame, creating a rich, abundant scene. The soft, diffused lighting highlights the fresh, moist texture of the hops, with subtle shadows adding depth. Fine details like the veining on bracts and the powdery lupulin are sharply visible, giving the image a vibrant, almost tactile quality.

The image is related to: Hops in Homebrewed Beer: Introduction for Beginners