Vacuum sealing whole hops

Systems, Gear, & DIY
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I just bought a vacuum sealer and went to seal up some whole hops.  But when I get them in the bag, and close the bag up to get ready to seal it, a bunch of leaves stick to the sides and dissipate upward, preventing any kind of seal that holds.  It must be static electricity or something that causes leaf matter when I press the bag together.  Does this ring a bell with anybody?  Has anybody experienced this?  If so, any tricks you’d be willing to share?

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Yep.  Crinkle the bag before you put the hops in.

3

Thanks Denny.  Like, just sort of wad up the bag and then unwad it?

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Yep.