Sabro brand HBC 438 is a US aroma hop that is notable for its complexity of fruity and citrus flavors. It imparts distinct tangerine, coconut, tropical fruit, and stone fruit aromas, with hints of cedar, mint, and cream. With a robust brewing performance, Sabro proves to be a strongly expressive hop that translates its flavor incredibly well into beer.

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Considered a pillar of the US hops industry, Willamette is one of the most prolifically grown varieties in the US. First selected in Oregon in 1967, it received USDA accession in 1971 and was released the same year. Willamette is a triploid aroma hop with its heritage being primarily derived from English variety Fuggles and Fuggle Tetraploid. It shares this same pedigree with its sister selection Columbia. When brewed, Willamette features complex spiciness characterised by both herbal, floral and fruity notes. Originally bred to replace Fuggles, it has excelled in popularity in recent times, particularly among craft brewers and accounts for approximately 20% of all commercially grown hops in the US today. Characteristics Herbaceous spiciness, floral, fruity Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 4%-6% Origin US, Australia Substitutes Fuggles, Styrian Golding, Tettnang Styles Ale, American Ales, Pale Ale, Brown Ale, English Ales, Porter

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Developed by Select Botanicals Group, proprietary American hop Warrior® is fast becoming a favourite, especially with US craft breweries. Among its desirable traits are its clean, smooth bittering and a somewhat inconspicuous citrusy and spicy aroma. Its pedigree is a unknown to the public. Dogfish Head Brewery employs Warrior in many of its brews, most notably in its 60 Minute IPA.

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Wakatu, or Hallertau Aroma as it is sometimes know, is a New Zealand triploid hop with a lot going for it. 2/3 Hallertauer Mittelfruh and 1/3 New Zealand male, it was released in 1988 from the New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research hop breeding program. Its nicely balanced oil profile gives it an understated floral aroma atop pungent fresh lime. Considered largely dual-use, it can be added at any stage of the boil right and dry hopped with success. It has also been noted for its impressive flavour stability. Also Known As Hallertau Aroma, New Zealand Wakatu, Hal Aroma Characteristics Floral, lime aromas Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 6.5%-8.5% Origin New Zealand Styles Lager, Pale Ale, Belgian Ale

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Vic Secret had her first commercial harvest in 2013. Developed in 2000 in Victoria, Australia alongside sister variety Topaz, Vic Secret features elements of tropical fruit, herbs and pine with clean notes of pineapple and passionfruit. Tested abundantly by brewers, Vic Secret is best utilised via whirlpool and dry hopping. It is also worth noting that late kettle additions impart a wonderful earthiness, but the fruitiness does not come through. Also Known As  Victoria Secret Characteristics Tropical fruit, pine, herbs Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 14%-17% Country Australia Substitutes Galaxy Styles Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Stout, Porter

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Selected from an old German land race, Tettnanger is grown the world over. Swiss, US and Australian varieties can be found on the market today though some foreign versions labeled Tettnanger are actually a hybridised mix with Fuggle and not considered a true Tettnanger hop. Tettnanger is grown around its native village of Tettnang in southwest Germany and in small quantities near lake Konstanz in Switzerland. Though characteristically similar to Hallertau and genetically similar to Saaz, Tettnanger has notably more farnesene content giving it a soft spiciness and a subtle, balanced, floral and herbal aroma. It is also great as a dual-use hop, and considered by many as being particularly well suited to European lagers and pilsners. Also Known As Tettnang, Tettnang Tettnanger, German Tettnang, Tettnanger (GR), Schwetzinger, Deutscher. Characteristics Balanced floral and herbal aromas with some spiciness Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 3%-5.8% Origin Germany Substitutes Czech Saaz, Spalt Styles Bitter, California Blonde Ale, Red Ale, Pilsner, Lager, American Amber Ale, Winter Ale, Pale Ale, Wheat Beer, Bavarian Hefeweizen, Cream Ale, American Lager

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Talus is an aroma hop that is typically used in only late boil additions, including dry hopping. Previously called HBC 692, the newly named Talus is an aroma hop for whirlpool and dry hopping additions. It delivers a high intensity hop aroma well suited for IPAs and other hop-forward beers. Talus delivers big aromas of pink grapefruit, citrus rinds, dried roses, pine resin, tropical fruits and sage. These unique and impactful aromas remain throughout the brewing process.

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This exceptional hop is a playful number, with red fruit, candy, citrus and tropical fruit characteristics, offering brewers something totally different to use in their craft. A versatile hop that can be used as a single hop addition and has great synergies in combination with other hops. Pairs well with Citra, Simcoe, Nelson Sauvin, Motueka and Riwaka.  

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Styrian Golding or Savinjski Golding as it is commonly known, goes by a multitude of sometimes confusing aliases. Confusing still is the fact it actually does not come from a Golding at all but is rather the result of the clonal selection of Fuggle and as such, exhibits many Fuggle-like characteristics. It was considered a major crop in the 1930's in both Styria, a state in Austria and across the Savinja river in Slovenia (former Yugoslavia). Its staying power has been attributed to its disease resistance, specifically, its resistance to mildew. It is now world-renowned hop and in high demand. From a brewing perspective, Styrian Golding is a lovely aroma hop and exhibits resinous, earthy flavours that are perhaps considered slightly more refined than Fuggle. It has also been described as imparting subtle aromas of white pepper to a brew. Also Known As Styrian, Savinja Golding, Savinjski Golding, Styrian Savinjski Golding, Yugoslavia Golding Characteristics Resinous and earthy with hints of white pepper Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 2.8%-6% Origin Austria and Slovenia Substitutes Fuggle,??Willamette Styles Extra Special Bitter, Ale, Lager, Belgian Ale

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Strata is described as “Passion fruit meets pot.” It brings layered notes of tropical fruit including; mango, passion fruit, melon, fresh berry/strawberry, and some citrus in the form of grapefruit. Along with this comes a dank herbal note of drifting cannabis. It also has less of the diesel/catty bite other hops with the same funky dankness carry.

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Surely one of the world oldest hop varieties, Spalt hops date back as far as the 8th century and in the 16th century they were the first variety to be granted the German hop seal a historically significant certification system predating the current, German Hop Provenance Law. Grown primarily in the Spalt region of Germany, it is one of the original landrace hops. Not to be confused with its offspring, Spalter Select, Spalt features notes of earth and spice alongside noble aroma qualities and has been likened to Tettnanger and Saaz. Its not grown commercially in the US due to its low yield, something that is problematic even in its native Germany. Despite this, the variety is in high demand by brewers and often outstrips supply. Also Known As Spalter, Spalt, German Spalt Characteristics Earth, spice Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 2.5%-5.7% Origin Germany Substitutes Saaz, Tettnanger, Hallertau Styles German Ale, Lager, Pilsner, Bock, Kolsch

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Released to the world in 2000 by Yakima Chief Ranches, American variety Simcoe has become wildly popular with craft brewers. With a high alpha percentage and low cohumulone, it makes a very nice foundational bittering hop. It is also noted though for its favourable aroma qualities. It has a pleasantly fruity, yet earthy herbal and piney aroma. Flying Fish used it to create its 10-year anniversary Barley Wine 5 additions of it alongside Magnum. Sierra Nevada also uses it in one of their High Altitude bold beers Hoptimum. It has been referred to as Cascade on steroids. Characteristics Bright citrus flavours with earthy undertones, aromas of grapefruit, pine and herbs Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 12%-14% Origin US Substitutes Summit, Cascade, Chinook Styles Double India Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale

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Breeding:  Riwaka™ Brand 85.6-23 is a triploid aroma type bred during the development of New Zealand Hops “hops with a difference” programme  through crossing “Old Line” Saazer with specially developed New Zealand breeding selections. It was first released by New Zealand’s Plant & Food Hop Research Centre in 1997. Selection:  Riwaka™ is a real standout during selection especially when “rubbing up” for aroma scores its powerful grapefruit “citrussy” characters are literally breathtaking. This variety is  seen to have higher than average oil, almost double that of its Saazer parent. Brewing:  If you want to say “New Zealand Hops” in your beer than this variety says it all. The pure weight of the oil character experienced during selection carries right through to the glass. A punchy addition to the new world styles of Pales Ale and  New Zealand Pilseners. A bold hop that makes a statement Applications:  A bold fruity hop variety suitable for big styles such as IPA’s and Imperial Pilseners. Alpha Acids 4.5-6.5% Beta Acids 4.0-5.0% Cohumulone 32% of Alpha Acids Total Oil 1.5 ml oil per 100gm cone weight Concentration 233 uL Oil/gram Alpha Myrcene 68% Humulene 9% Caryophyllene 4% Farnesene 1% Citrus-Piney Fraction 5.9% Floral Estery Fraction 2.8% H/C Ratio 3.4 Other 0%

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When Australian hop Pride of Ringwood was released in 1958 it had the distinction of being the hop with the highest alpha acid content in the world. Though that title has been long surpassed it is still an incredibly popular bittering hop. Best utilised fresh, Pride of Ringwood is primarily a bittering hop but also exhibits spicy, fruity aromas when used as a late addition. The variety was developed by Bill Nash who then worked for the Carlton and United Brewery at the Ringwood Hop Research Station in Ringwood, Victoria. It was bred from English variety Pride of Kent through open pollination. Pride of Ringwood once made up the vast majority of hops grown in Australia and at it's peak reached 90% of total crop acreage. Elsewhere Pride of Ringwood is considered too late harvest for the US but was at one stage also grown in Kashmir, India. While the Australian Pride of Ringwood crop is largely disease free, when grown in other locations it can be susceptible to downy mildew. Though it is primarily used in Australian lagers, there are plenty of examples of its use in the US. Buffalo Bill Brewery uses it in their Tasmanian Devil brew. Australians would be most familiar with its use in beers by Carlton and United Breweries, Fosters and Coopers. Also Known As POR Characteristics Spicy, fruity aroma Purpose Bittering Alpha Acid 7%-11% Origin Australia Substitutes East Kent Goldings, Centennial, Cluster Styles Amber Ale, Lager, Fruit Lambic, Pale Ale, Australian Lager, Strong Ale, Golden Ale, American Pale Ale

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The 6th Annual Pink Boots Blend was chosen via a virtual hop selection event involving women in beer from across the globe. The newest blend consists of Loral, Azacca, El Dorado and Idaho Gem with a flavour profile of citrus, herbal, stonefruit, tropical and woody.  

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The 5th Annual Pink Boots Blend was chosen via a virtual hop selection event involving women in beer from across the globe. The newest blend consists of HBC630, Idaho Gem, Loral, Talus, Triumph with an expected citrus, tropical, sweet aromatic and berry aroma profile.  

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The 4th Annual Pink Boots Blend was chosen via a virtual hop selection event involving women in beer from across the globe. The newest blend consists of Cashmere, Ahtanum®, Citra®, Loral® & Sabro® brand hops, creating a blend with tropical, herbal, citrus & woody aromatic qualities.

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The original Perle was created in Germany sometime during the 1960s or early-mid 1970s from Northern Brewer and a German male. It was released to the public in 1978. Some European breweries have claimed that Perle is much like and a good substitute for Hallertau Mittelfruh. Others in the US and Japan however have disagreed with that assessment. Perle is said to have a pleasant aroma, elements of mint and pine with a hint of spice. Characteristics Mint, pine, spice. Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 8%-9% Origin Germany Substitutes Northern Brewer Styles Hefeweizen, Belgian Strong Ale, Lager, Pilsner, Kolsch

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Released from HortResearchs New Zealand Hop Research Program in 2004, Pacific Jade started its commercial existence predominately limited to the New Zealand domestic market. Now however, it is finding its way into inventories worldwide.  It exhibits an interesting flavor profile of lemon citrus and cracked pepper. As an early addition it imparts a soft, rounded bitterness. Ancestrally, Pacific Jade owes its existence to Saaz and fellow New Zealand-born variety, First Choice.  Characteristics Flavors of lemon citrus and cracked pepper Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 12%-14% Origin New Zealand Substitutes Magnum Styles Pale Ale, India Pale Ale

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Northern Brewer is a well-known dual-use hop developed at Wye College in 1934. Currently, it is being grown in several countries around the world. The original was a cross between Canterbury Golding and a Brewers Gold male. Today, it is grown mostly in Germany and the US. Northern Brewer is used majorly in European beers and ales, from Lambics to Porters and everything in between. It is also popular in California Common-style beers with its woody, piney and minty essence. Characteristics Minty and resinous Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 9.5% Origin Germany, US Styles Lambic, Porter, California Common (Steam Beer), European Ales, Stout

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Nelson Sauvin name is derived from the Sauvignon Blanc wine grape to which many agree has similar flavour and aroma characteristics. Developed in New Zealand and released in 2000, it is considered too wild for many major brewers. Despite this, Nelson Sauvin has found significant use among craft breweries and home brewers for its eccentric characteristics. They variety has gained popularity in American-style Pale Ales but is definitely a hop that requires prudent and discerning application in brewing. Nelson Sauvin oil profile is complex and fortunately works well as an aroma hop, flavour hop and also for bittering. Low cohumulone is responsible for its smooth bittering qualities. It is descended from Smoothcone. Characteristics Smooth bitterness, rich, fruity, gooseberry and white-wine flavours Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 12%-13% Origin New Zealand Substitutes Pacific Jade Styles American Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale

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Intense tropical pineapple, passion fruit and stone fruit characters.   Nectaron® provides an intense mix of distinctive pineapple stone fruit citrus that lends itself perfectly to a range of beer styles including NEIPA, IPA, Pale Ales and Lagers. Nectaron is best used late or when dry hopping and has proven itself as an award winning hop, delivering a consistent dose of high quality tropical hop character every time. Recommended beer styles: Lagers, Pale Ales, IPA's, NEIPA and modern beer styles.

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Formerly known as Belgian Saaz or B Saaz, Motueka is a premier New Zealand hop. Developed by HortResearch, this triploid was bred from Saaz and an unnamed New Zealand breeding strain and lends itself well to Lagers, Pilsners and Belgian Ales. It makes an excellent dual-use hop, carrying an exciting fruit aroma with refreshing notes of tropical fruit and citrus. It can be used at any point during the brewing process and works well in sweet, malty and fruity beers. Massachusetts brewery Brewmaster Jack use Motueka in a Maibock and Sierra Nevada brewery also debuted their Southern Hemisphere Harvest fresh hops ale in April 2014 using Motueka, along with Southern Cross as its finishing hops. Also Known As B Saaz, Belgian Saaz Characteristics Tropical fruit and citrus Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 6.5%-8.5% Origin New Zealand Substitutes Saaz Styles European Ale, English Ale, Dark Lager, Pilsner, Belgian Ales, Lager, Maibock, Ales

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Released in 2012 by the Hop Breeding Company, LLC, Mosaic hops feature complex but clean flavour characteristics and are known for their triple-use profile encompassing bittering, flavour and aroma. They have high alpha acids but low cohumulone which makes them pleasantly hoppy, carrying flavours of mango, pine, citrus and herbs and aromas of tropical and stone fruit. Mosaic is the first daughter of Simcoe and Nugget as has been humorously referred to by some as Citra on steroids. Also Known As HBC369 Characteristics Mango, pine, citrus and herbs. Aromas of tropical and stone fruit. Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 11.5%-13.5% Origin US Substitutes Citra? Styles India Pale Ale, Pale Ale

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German-grown Magnum is fast becoming a brewing favourite in Europe and towards being one of the most widely grown high alpha varieties in the US. Used predominately as a base bittering hop it features an exceptional growth rate, yield and superlative storage stability and is said to result in squeaky clean bitterness and subtle citrus-like flavours. Originally created at the German Hop Institute in Hull, Magnum was released to the brewing world in 1980 and has since been recognised as being most suited to pale ales and lagers where a clean bitterness is desired. It is the result of a cross between Galena and an unnamed German male variety. Also Known As Hallertau Magnum Characteristics Clean bitterness, subtle citrus flavours Purpose Bittering Alpha Acid 12%-14% Origin Germany Substitutes Columbus Styles India Pilsner, Belgian India Pale Ale, American Ale, Blonde Ale, Pale Ale, Nut Brown Ale, Dark Ale, Pilsner, Bright Ale, Hefeweizen

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Named for its home state, this late-maturing aroma hop practically drips with juicy tropical and stone fruit, supported by sticky pine and fainter notes of earthy black tea. It’s perfect for late additions, though also has high enough alpha acids for good bittering. Aroma Profile: Tropical/Fruit, Piney/Resinous, Stone Fruit

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HBC 630 is complex and fruity, with Sweet Fruits and Berries like Raspberry and Cherry, along with sweet candy-like esters and lactones giving creamy notes of peach and banana. RECOMMENDED BEER STYLES: Wheat Ale, Golden Ale, American style lagers, Pale Ales, India Pale Lager (IPL), India Pale Ale (IPA), Session IPA, New England IPA, Hazy IPA, Imperial IPA.

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Hallertau Tradition is a Hüll-bred fine aroma hop originating from Hallertau Mittelfrüher, Hallertauer Gold and Saaz. Bred specifically for fungus and disease resistance, it succeeded in that effort and also features higher alpha acids than its parent varieties, low cohumulone and higher myrcene. It was released for commercial production in 1989.

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Hallertau, Hallertauer and Hallertauer Mittelfruh her are all names for the original German Hallertau variety. Dating back more than 100 years, it stems from an old German landrace and is one of the original four noble hops and features a lightly flowery, spicy aroma. Though its popularity has been steadily declining over the past 50 years primarily as a result of grave susceptibility to verticillium wilt and poor yields it has been used to create a multitude of offspring, most of which are wilt tolerant. It is now only grown on one farm in Germany. Also Known As Hallertauer, Mittelfruh, Hallertau Mittelfruh Characteristics Lightly flowery and spicy aroma Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 3.5%-3.5% Origin Germany Substitutes Tettnang Styles German Pilsner, Pale Ale, Wheat, American Lager

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Descended from German variety, Perle, Galaxy is a unique Australian breed of hops that has the distinction of sporting the highest percentage of essential oils in the industry. It has an amazing citrus, peach and passionfruit aroma, especially when used as a late addition. The flavour is often quite intense upon production but mellows as it matures. Galaxy enjoyed her first commercial production in 2009 after nine years of testing and quickly became popular both in Australia and overseas. Characteristics Citrus, peach and passionfruit aromas Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 11%-16% Origin Australia Substitutes Citra, Amarillo, Centennial Styles Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, ESB

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The Fuggle hop originates in England and was first discovered in 1861 in a hop yard owned by George Stace in Kent. Some 14 years later it was officially named and introduced by Richard Fuggle of Benchley in 1875. Similar to a Styrian Golding, is noted for its distinct European aroma and has enjoyed a long, versatile run. At its peak nearly 100 years ago Fuggle was known as a dual-use hop. Today however, as other higher alpha acid varieties have become more prevalent, it is now more prominently used for its aroma. Characteristics Herbal Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 2.4%-6.1% Origin UK Substitutes Willamette, Styrian Golding, Tettnanger, East Kent Golding Styles English Ale, Porter, Mild Ale, Bitter, Extra Special Bitter, Lambic, Amber Ale, Cask Ale, Stout, Oatmeal Stout, Strong Ale, Nut Brown Ale, Golden Ale, Christmas Ale

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Ella hops, formally known as Stella, is an Australian aroma variety. It is half-sister to Galaxy and the progeny of Spalt and a tetraploid female and was developed in the state of Victoria in the early 2000s. By 2007, Ella was ready for release in brewing trials. An immediate hit, the variety was fast-tracked into commercial production. Due to its high level of oils, Ella can significantly change character depending on how it is utilised. When used in low quantities, it displays a spicy, floral character like star anise. When used in greater quantities or in dry hopping, it holds its own with any robust malt and conveys a decided tropical and grapefruit flavour. Also Known As Stella Characteristics Tropical flavours, grapefruit, star anise Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 13.3%-16.3% Origin Australia Styles Lager, Pilsner, Pale Ale, Stout

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El Dorado is a relatively new kid on the block. Created by Moxee Valley-based CLS Farms, LLC in 2008, it was released to the public in 2010. A product of the Yakima Valleys cooler climate, it features a uniquely fruity flavour profile in addition to desirable bittering and aromatic properties. High vigour, high alpha acids, lots of oils and resins, good storage stability and an exceptional yield also make this, on paper at least, an outstanding commercial variety. It exhibits bold tropical fruit flavours, said to be reminiscent of pineapple and mango, in addition to a resinous back note. On the nose, it imbues aromas of pear, watermelon, stone fruits and even candy. To date, it has seen use in wheat beers, Pale Ales and IPAs. Characteristics Flavours of tropical fruit, pineapple, mango. Aromas of pear, watermelon, stone fruit and candy. Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 13%-17% Origin US Substitutes Simcoe Styles Wheat, India Pale Ale

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East Kent Golding is often thought of as the ultimate English hop. Grown exclusively in Kent, England and descended from Canterbury Whitebine, it is a centuries old variety. Despite claims to the contrary, it is identical to Canterbury Golding. The two names have been used interchangeably for some time with the confusion likely stemming from its namesake. Canterbury is a town in East Kent and the hop was first brought to market there in 1790. Some, however, charge to this day that East Kent Golding and Canterbury Golding are two distinct varieties though there is no clear evidence to support this. The variety began to be known exclusively as East Kent Golding in 1838. It has a good yield in England, but has shown to have an even better yield in Oregon after its introduction there in 1994. It has an amazing aroma profile with lavender, spice, honey and notes of thyme. Flavour-wise it is earthy and mildly bitter with a sweet, silky, honey-like character. East Kent Golding is considered to be the quintessential English hop, long held as one of the favourites for ales and pale ales. Also Known As Kent Golding, EKG, Canterbury Golding Characteristics Aromas of lavender, spice, honey, thyme, earthy flavours Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 5%-6% Origin UK Substitutes Fuggles Styles Pale Ale, Extra Special English Ale, English Dark Ale, English Light Ale, Belgian Ale, Christmas Ale

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A big hitting flavour hop bursting with sweet mandarin, citrus peel and frew pine needles. Since it sits firmly in the fruit quadrant of our hop flavour spectrum, it is well suited to fruit- forward beer styles.  It can be used in large doses to make a high impact hazy neipa, or pared back to make lighter well-balanced styles.  

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Officially registered in 1952, the original Saaz or Czech Saaz as it is sometimes known, has established itself as a staple variety for brewers and dates back more than 700 years. Originating in Zatec, Bohemia (now part of the Czech Republic) it is an esteemed red-bine variety that is now grown around the world. New Zealand in particular has embraced Saaz, breeding several descendants including the popular Motueka and Riwaka varieties (B & D Saaz, respectively). Saaz is one of the four original Noble hops and has a distinctive and classic aroma. Known for its prominent use in Stella Artois and countless Bohemian Lagers and Pilsners. Its warm, herbal character stems from a high level of farnesene while its other oils are in fair balance. With such a low alpha acid percentage, Saaz is inarguably an aroma hop, however when used as an early addition it is thought to add a delicate bitterness. Additionally, its elevated content of polyphenols aids in abating oxidation, giving beer brewed with Saaz a notably longer shelf life. Growing Saaz is not without its difficulties. Specifically, it endures a meager yield, has weak mildew resistance and light cones. The original Saaz variety has been successfully cloned 9 times between 1952 and 1993 in an effort to improve these factors. Originally, growers were hesitant to hybridise, fearing the loss of its signature and delicate aroma. This hybridisation has become necessary though to breed resistance to wilt and mildew and make it a more viable crop. Despite these few shortcomings, breweries use it prolifically worldwide. Also Known As Saaz, Czech Saaz, Saazer, Czech Saazer Characteristics Noble, herbal character Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 2.5%-4.5% Origin Czech Republic Substitutes Other European varieties - Hallertau, Tettnang Styles Lager, Pilsner

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Despite a relatively low yield, Crystal has made it a fairly popular hop. Its woodsy, green, floral and fruity with herb and spice notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and black pepper. Extremely versatile, its even used for its notable aromatic qualities in IPAs and Bitters despite its low alpha acid content. First bred in 1983, it has an interesting lineage with roots extending back to Hallertau, Cascade, Brewers Gold and Early Green. Commercially it is used in a great variety of beers from RogueBrutal Bitters to Mountain Suns Belgian Dip Chocolate Stout. Characteristics Woody, floral and fruity with spice notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and black pepper Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 2.8%-4.4% Substitutes Mount Hood, Hallertau, Spalt Styles Bitter, Pilsner, Light Lager, Golden Ale, Nut Brown Ale, Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Stout, Chocolate Stout, American Lager

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The exact lineage of the proprietary hop Columbus is unknown. Its namesake was created in part as the result of a legal dispute between Hopunion and Yakima Chief when both parties attempted to patent the same hop. Yakima Chiefs variety was named Tomahawk. After an agreement was reached, both names were registered. They are technically the same hop however. Originally bred by Charles (Chuck) Zimmerman as part of a USDA breeding program sometime in the 1970s, Columbus is sometimes referred to at CTZ (Columbus, Tomahawk and Zues) though it is genetically distinct from Zues hops. It features a punchy hoppiness and deep, pensive aroma with understated citrus notes perfect as a dual use hop. Commonly used late in the boil and, when fresh, Columbus has a herbal flavour with a lemon citrus back note. Usable in a number of styles, notably American-style ales. Also Known As Tomahawk?, CTZ Characteristics Herbal and citrus Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 14%-18% Origin US Substitutes Chinook,??Northern Brewer,??Target Styles Imperial Brown Ale, Barley Wine, Imperial Stout, American Ales, Stout

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American aroma hop Citra was created by John I. Haas, Inc. and Select Botanicals Group joint venture, the Hop Breeding Company. It was released to the brewing world in 2008. Now one of the most coveted high-impact aroma hops in the US, particularly among craft brewers, it boasts a complex lineage that includes the likes of Hallertau Mittelfruh (father), Tettnanger (US), Brewers Gold and East Kent Golding. Gene Probasco is credited with having first bred Citra in 1990. After trialing the new variety with iconic craft breweries Deschutes, Sierra Nevada and others, commercial acreage was significantly expanded in the lead up to its official release. Citra, as the name implies, has a strong citrusy profile. This is largely credited to its very high myrcene content. It has an extraordinary flavour profile of grapefruit, lime and tropical fruits but despite its high alphas, brewers often warn against its use for bittering, which is considered by some to be harsh and undesirable. Also Known As Citra? Brand HBC 394 cv Characteristics Citrus, grapefruit, lime, tropical fruits, harsh bitterness Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 10%-15% Origin US Substitutes Simcoe, Cascade, Centennial, Mosaic Styles India Pale Ale, American Ales, Amber

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Chinook hops are suitable for any stage of the boil. They are not only a natural for American-style Pale Ales and IPAs, but they also find their way into seasonal ales, barley wine and some porters and stouts. The variety is a cross between Petham Golding and a USDA male and features a pine-like, spicy bouquet with robust flavours of grapefruit. Released in 1985, Chinook has recently grown in popularity, particularly among craft breweries. Currently, they are commercially featured alone in Stones Arrogant Bastard and in addition to Cascade and Centennial in Sierra Nevadas Celebration Ale a brew famous for its piney, citrusy character. Characteristics Bouquet of pine and spice Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 12%-14% Origin US Substitutes Columbus, Northern Brewer, Target Styles Winter Ale, Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Porter, Stout, Lager, Barley Wine, American Lager, American Ale

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Released to the public in 1972, Challenger hops were developed at Wye College from varieties Northern Brewer and German Zattler. It accounted for a significant percentage of the hops grown in the UK during the 1980s and 1990s. Challenger features decent bitterness and a floral aroma and as such are considered fine for bittering or for dry hopping. Its flavour is smooth with balanced floral characteristics, some citrus and a dash of spice. Also Known As Wye Challenger Characteristics Floral Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 6.5%-9% Origin UK Substitutes Perle, Northern Brewer Styles Golden Ale, Barley Wine, Imperial Stout

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Centennial owes its existence to a mix of Brewers Gold, Fuggles, East Kent Golding and Bavarian hops. Developed in 1974 and released in 1990, Centennial was pioneered by Charles (Chuck) Zimmerman and S.T. Kenny at Washington State University. It is at times referred to as super Cascade because of its similar citric characteristic. Centennial is a much-celebrated hop in its versatility with its depth of bitterness and forward aroma, two characteristics that balance each other beautifully. It is well suited to Pale Ales and IPAs with its high alpha content and is floral in both flavour and aroma. Centennial has had its ups and downs in the commercial brewing industry but is currently experiencing a return to popularity, particularly among leading craft breweries. Also Known As Super Cascade Characteristics Earthy and floral with an element of citrus Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 9.5%-11.5% Origin US Substitutes Chinook, Columbus, Cascade Styles Extra Special Bitter, Barley Wine, Imperial Stout, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale

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Another hardy aroma variety bred by the Hop Research Center in Hüll, Germany, Callista kicks off intense fruit flavors of passion fruit, apricot, peach, and blackberry, plus some pine. Low alpha acids ensure this will be a late-addition hop.

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Pioneered in the 1950's by Jack Horner and his team at Oregon State University, Cascade hops have since gone on to become one of the most popular American hops of all time. Released in 1972, Cascade now represents around 10% of all hops grown in the United States. It features an excellent vigour and yield and when brewed exudes a distinct spicy citrus aroma with hints of grapefruit. Well suited to just about any ale and lager, its use is particularly popular in American Pale Ales. Its relatively poor storage stability tends to be a non-issue with its popularity and subsequent large production volumes from major US breweries ensuring harvests don't sit idle for long. Cascade was originally developed through open pollination of English variety Fuggles and the Russian variety Serebrianka and is named after the Cascade Range, the mountains that run from northern California all the way north to British Columbia, Canada. Characteristics Floral, with elements of citrus and notes of grapefruit Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 4.5%-8.9% Origin USA (also grown in Australia and New Zealand) Substitutes Centennial, Amarillo, Columbus Styles Barley Wine, American Pale Ale, Ale, Lager

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BRU-1 is notable for its distinct sweet fruit aroma that is often described as pineapple. When used as a whirlpool or dry hop addition, BRU-1 delivers the aroma of freshly cut pineapple and green fruits. BRU-1 is synergistic with other hops creating a depth of fruit flavor. BRU-1 has also been shown to improve haze stability in certain beer styles. Flavour profile: Spicy pineapple, tropical fruit Recommended beer styles: Wheat Ale, Golden Ale, American style lagers, Pale Ales, India Pale Lager (IPL), India Pale Ale (IPA), Session IPA, New England IPA, Hazy IPA, Imperial IPA.

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Bramling Cross is a rather rare breed and is mostly available in the UK. First harvested in 1927 at Wye College its lineage is a cross between Golding and a wild Manitoban (Canadian) hop. It is considered well suited to cask conditioned recipes as well as Christmas and fruit beers. Perhaps Brew Dog Brewery says it best when they speak of Bramling Cross as being elegant, refined, assured, (boring) and understated. They suggest people often don't use enough of Bramling Cross to let its true flavours and eccentricities shine. When used in large quantities the fruity element in Bramling Cross springs to life. This use exhibits complex fruity notes of lemon, blackcurrant and pear, particularly when used as a late addition. Some brewers have also recorded notes of blackberries and plums. Characteristics Notes of lemon, blackcurrant, blackberries and plums particularly when used as a late addition. Purpose Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid 5%-7.8% Origin UK Substitutes East Kent Golding Styles Golden Ale, Strong Ale,Stout, Porter

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Named after the Haitian god of agriculture, Azacca is one of a new brood of dwarf bittering hops. Descended directly from Toyomidori, its greater parentage also includes Summit™ and Northern Brewer. Bred by the American Dwarf Hop Association, a joint hop breeding venture between Roy Farms, Wyckoff Farms and Green Acres Farms, Azacca is considered by many brewers as being well suited to IPAs.

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Ubiquitous Amarillo hops are used in several commercial beers where its ultra-high myrcene content creates a delicious orange citrus flavour. It is also highly acidic, making it perfect for ESBs and Pale Ales. A varietal of Virgil Gamache Farms, Inc., Amarillo was discovered to be a mutation from another variety. Also Known As Amarillo Gold Characteristics Orange citrus flavour Purpose Aroma Alpha Acid 8%-11% Origin US Substitutes Cascade, Centennial, Chinook, Summer Styles American Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, American Wheat, Bitter, Wheat Beer, Red Ale, ESB

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