Hops

A dual purpose American hop with an alpha acid percentage ranging from 4.5-7%. The flavor and aroma are famously citrus-like (particularly ruby red grapefruit) with prominent floral tones. Cascade is the classic finishing hop for pale ales, IPAs, stouts, blonde ales, and wheat ales. Similar varieties include Centennial and CTZ. All hops are nitrogen flushed during packaging including any repackaged in-house.

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East Kent Golding (EKG) hops are a traditional English dual purpose hop that is commonly used in the boil kettle and for dry hopping. An essential hop for English style ales. Specifications: Aroma: Smooth and delicate with floral, lavender, spice, honey, earth, lemon and thyme overtones Alpha Acids: 4.0 - 6.0% Beta Acids: 1.9 - 3.0% Co-Humulone: 25 - 30% Total Oil: 0.4 - 0.8 mL / 100g Myrcene: ~25% of total oil Humulene: ~36% of total oil Caryophyllene: ~14.8% of total oil Farnesene: < 1% of total oil

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A dual purpose American hop with a high alpha acid (11-13%). Its character is strongly tropical and lush with a host of fruit flavors including peach, passionfruit, guava, lychee, lime and gooseberry. Because of its distinctive and intense aromatics, Citra® is best in a late addition or dry hop capacity. Used as a single variety or in a blend, Citra® does well in American wheat beers, pale ales, IPAs Belgian-style ales, and has been known to complement Brettanomyces. Similar variety is Chinook. All hop packages are nitrogen flushed to preserve freshness. Citra® is a trademark owned by Hop Breeding Company, L.L.C. 

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A Czech Republic aroma hop with a low alpha acid percentage (3-6%). It provides a soft spicy and herbal aroma with vivid woodsy, earthy, and dark floral character. Useful in wheat beers, pilsners, and Belgian style ales. Similar varieties include Sterling, Tettnang, and Crystal.

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Breeding/Development: Germany. The signature landrace variety of the Hallertau region in Bavaria, Hallertau Mittelfrüh is, at least to some, the epitome of noble hops. Brewing Application: Aroma. Although it can be and is used throughout the boil, it is most prized for its fine, elegant aroma and flavor contribution. Mittelfrüh has been one of Europe’s most widely esteemed varieties for centuries and is practically synonymous with continental lagers (particularly Bavarian styles) and many types of German and Belgian ales. Sensory: Complex, but mild and approachable. A mixture of sweet, earthy,and herbal with vivid impressions of new-mown hay, sweet spices, and dried flowers. Its many offshoots and daughters show some of these same qualities, but none have the same range and balance as Mittelfrüh.   Hop Size 1 oz Alpha Acid Range % 3.0-5.5 Beta Acid Range % 3.0-5.0 Co-Humulone as % of Alpha 18-28 Total Oil mL/100 g 0.7-1.3 To preserve freshness, all are packaged in nitrogen-flushed, oxygen and light-barrier packages.

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Centennial is an American dual-purpose variety with high alpha acids (9.5-11.5%) and excellent aromatic capabilities. It's widely used as a finishing or dry hop as a stand-alone variety or part of a blend. The flavor and aroma notes are predominantly citrusy but with undertones of lemongrass and pine needles often evident. Used in styles such as pale ales, IPAs, stouts, blonde ales, and wheat ales. Similar varieties include Cascade and Chinook.

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UK Fuggle Pellet Hops A pleasingly mild aroma hop from the UK with a low alpha acid (3-5.6%). Fuggle provides earthy sweet, warm wood, and mild fruit tree aromatics to mild ales, bitters, and porters. Similar hop varieties include Willamette and Styrian Golding. Specifications: Alpha Acids: 3.5 - 6.5% Beta Acids: 2.0 - 4.0% Co-Humulone: 27 - 33% Total Oil: 0.7 - 1.1 mL / 100g Myrcene: 25 - 30% of total oil Humulene: 30 - 38% of total oil Caryophyllene: ~13.4% of total oil Farnesene: 6 - 8% of total oil

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Amarillo® Pellet Hops AROMA PROFILE: FLORAL, CITRUS Discovered and introduced by Virgil Gamache Farms in Washington State, Amarillo® Brand VGXP01 cv. is an aroma variety that has recently become one of the top 10 varieties utilized by the craft beer industry. It features relatively high alpha acids along with extremely high levels of myrcene for citrus and grapefruit flavors. As a result, it is an excellent dual purpose variety. Amarillo demonstrates good resistance to downy and powdery mildew. Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include grapefruit, orange, lemon, melon, apricot and peach. Alpha Acid: 7 - 11% Beta Acid: 5.5 - 8% Total Oil: 1 - 2.3 mL/100g AMARILLO® is a trademark owned by Virgil Gamache Farms, Inc.

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Developed by Hop Breeding Company and released in 2012, Mosaic® Brand HBC 369 contains high alpha content and features a unique and complex aroma profile that translates favorably into a variety of beer styles. It is a daughter of Simcoe® Brand YCR 14 and a Nugget derived male. Mosaic® is named in honor of the artistic assortment of aromas and flavors it is capable of presenting. Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include blueberry, tangerine, papaya, rose, blossoms, grass and bubble gum. Alpha Acid: 10.5 - 14% Beta Acid: 3 - 4.5.% Total Oil: 0.8 - 3 mL/100g

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Chinook Pellet Hops AROMA PROFILE: CITRUS, SPICY, PINE  Developed by the USDA breeding program in Washington State and released in 1985 as a high alpha bittering variety, Chinook is a cross between Petham Golding and a USDA male. In recent years, it has found favor as a dual purpose hop in the craft brewing community as a result of its spice and pine aroma characteristics.  Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include grapefruit, spice, and pine. Alpha Acid: 11.5 - 15%Beta Acid: 3 - 4%Total Oil: 1 - 2.5 mL/100g All hops are nitrogen flushed when packaged to preserve freshness.

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An American aroma hop with an alpha acid percentage ranging from 4-6%. Willamette has a mild and pleasant aroma, with slightly spicy and floral tones, useful in English style ales. Similar varieties include Fuggle, Glacier, Tettnang, and Styrian Golding.   All hops are nitrogen flushed during packaging including any repackaged in-house.

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A high alph acid (11-16%) German hop known for its smooth clean bitterness. Useful in continental lagers, pale ales, and IPAs. Similar varieties include Columbus, Nugget, and Galena.

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A dual purpose German hop with an alpha acid percentage ranging from 2.5-5.5%. The flavor and aroma is a mix of floral, fruity, herbal and spicy with fresh herbs, grass, dried flowers, citrus peel, and black tea. Useful in German and Belgian style ales. Similar varieties include Saaz, Crystal, Spalter Select, and Hersbrucker.

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An American dual purpose hop with a high alpha acid percentage (12-14%). Simcoe® was developed by Yakima Chief Ranches and released in 2000.  It is known for its brewing versatility and unique aroma characteristics.  Simcoe® (YCR 14) continues to rise in popularity becoming one of the top ten varieties in the craft and home brewing industries. Aroma Profile: Citrus, Grapefruit, Stone fruit, Tropical, Woody. SIMCOE® is a trademark owned by YAKIMA CHIEF RANCHES, L.L.C.

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Originally selected by Charles Zimmerman for Hopunion, Inc., Columbus is a descendant of Nugget. It is a high alpha variety and is primarily used for bittering purposes. Columbus is often referred to as CTZ, a trio of similar hops including Tomahawk® and Zeus. Specifications: Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include black pepper, licorice, curry and subtle citrus. Alpha Acid: 14.5 - 17.5% Beta Acid: 4.5 - 6% Total Oil: 2.5 - 4.5mL/100g

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Originally bred in England in 1934, Northern Brewer is a cross between Canterbury Golding and a male seedling of Brewer's Gold. It was originally grown in the North of England, but has become one of the main varieties in the Hallertau region of Germany. Northern Brewer displays pleasant pine and mint characteristics in dual purpose brewing applications. Specifications: Brewing Usage:  Dual Aroma:  Specific aroma descriptors include mint, pine and grass. Alpha Acid:  6-10% Beta Acid:  3-5% Co-humulone:  27-32% Total Oil:  1-1.6 mL/100g  Myrcene:  25-45% of total oil Linalool:  0.3-0.8% of total oil Caryophyllene:  10-20% of total oil Farnesene:  < 1.0% of total oil Humulene:  35-50% of total oil Geraniol:  0-0% of total oil

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An American bittering hop with a high alpha acid (11.5-14%). Known best for the smooth, clean bitterness it imparts, Nugget can also be put to use as an aroma hop. It is right at home in most American craft styles, especially those for which hop bitterness is a primary component (IPAS). The aroma and flavor are mild and quite sweet with a low-key, herbal/fruit quality: lemon candy, ginger, fresh oregano, rosemary. Similar varieties include Galena, Magnum, and Columbus.  All hops are nitrogen flushed during packaging including any repackaged in-house.

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Origin: Germany. Bred at Hüll from English Northern Brewer stock, Perle became extremely popular with German growers and brewers after its release in 1978.  Usage: Aroma, but in an excellent year can have high enough alpha content for use as bittering as well. Its combination of delicacy and brightness go well with the clean flavors of European lagers and cold-fermented ales, as well as the yeast character of many Belgian beers. Some brewers also find nontraditional use for its flavors in blends for pale ale and other hoppy warm-fermented styles.  Aroma & Flavor Characteristics: Lively and sweet with harmonized suggestions of fresh mint and spice in the nose. On the palate, Perle shows a complex mix of floral and spice with mild to medium intensity.     Alpha Acid Range % 4.0-8.0 Beta Acid Range % 2.5-4.5 Co-Humulone as % of Alpha 29-35 Total Oil mL/100 g 0.5-1.5   To preserve freshness, all hops are packaged in nitrogen-flushed, oxygen and light-barrier packages.

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A dual purpose Australian hop with a high alpha acid percentage (13.5-15%). Galaxy is a highly desired hop not only for its great bittering potential, but for its aromatics as well. This dual-purpose hop has become a favorite for pale ales and IPAs because of its subtle citrus notes and undertones of passion fruit, mango, and peach. Similar to Citra. All hops are nitrogen flushed when packaged to preserve freshness.

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An American aroma hop with an alpha acid percentage ranging from 4-7%. Mt. Hood is an excellent choice for pale lagers, wheat beers, and German or Belgian ales where a refined aroma with low to moderate bitterness is desirable. It's moderately intense and sweet with suggestions of herb-infused honey and flowers and green fruit. Similar varieties include Liberty, Hallertau, and Crystal.

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Variety: Citra® DESCRIPTIONLupuLN2 hop powder and pellets are produced from whole leaf hops using YCH HOPS™ proprietary cryogenic separation process that preserves all components of each fraction.LupuLN2 is purified lupulin powder containing most of the resin compounds and aromatic oils derived directly from whole hop flowers. It is ideal for use in the whirlpool or fermenter for imparting intense hop flavor and aroma with minimal vegetal flavor and improved yield. Used in combination with Resinate® CO2 extract, LupuLN2 can add hop aroma and flavor to the end of boil or in dry hopping for a twofold approach to achieving superior brewery efficiency without sacrificing flavor. Depending on how much pellet or whole leaf is replaced by either of these products, breweries may see significant improvements in beer yield which contribute to both the bottom line and sustainability mission of YCH and many of our customers.APPLICATION AND USAGELupuLN2 may be used anywhere pellet hops can be used and are best used for late kettle and dry hop additions. As a starting point for recipe formulation or modification dose rate is estimated at 50% of pelletsby weight. It is best used in beers defined by their hop flavor and aroma with hop loads of at least 1 lb/bbl in late kettle or dry hop additions where a largeryield increase will occur from substituting out pellets or whole leaf.STORAGELupuLN2 should be stored near-freezing, preferably between 30°F and 41°F (-1°C and 5°C). For best results, LupuLN2 should be used within three (3) years of package date. Storage stability does vary per variety and can be negatively affected by exposure to oxygen, heat and/or light. Citra® is a trademark owned by Hop Breeding Company, L.L.C. 

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An American aroma hop with a low alpha acid percentage (4-5.5%). An offspring of Hallertau, Crystal has a similarly mild aroma with floral and spice notes. However, the spice notes can be more prominent in Crystal than in Hallertau or other Hallertau offspring, contributing slight cinnamon, nutmeg, or pepper notes. Crystal is both very popular and increasingly popular among craft brewers, who most commonly use it in light American ales and continental style lagers. Similar varieties include Mt. Hood and Liberty. All hops are nitrogen flushed to help preserve freshness.

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A Slovenian aroma hop with an alpha acid percentage ranging from 2.8-6.5%. It provides a strong and warm aroma to English and Belgian style ales. Fuggle would be a suitable substitution. All hops are nitrogen flushed to preserve freshness.

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El Dorado is a unique, dual-purpose hop with exceptional aroma qualities and high alpha acid levels (14-16%). A relatively new variety, its consistent performance eliciting fruity notes, especially tropical fruit flavors, has quickly made El Dorado popular for hop-forward styles or beers with complex flavor profiles. Tasting notes commonly specify aromas of watermelon, pear, candy, or stone fruit. There is often an undertone of citrus, and sometimes an identifiable fresh-cut-grass taste. Similar varieties include Citra, Nelson Sauvin, Rakau. All hops are nitrogen flushed to preserve freshness.

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Variety: MosaicDESCRIPTIONLupuLN2® hop powder and pellets are produced from whole leaf hops using YCH HOPS™ proprietary cryogenic separation process that preserves all components of each fraction.LupuLN2® is purified lupulin powder containing most of the resin compounds and aromatic oils derived directly from whole hop flowers. It is ideal for use in the whirlpool or fermenter for imparting intense hop flavor and aroma with minimal vegetal flavor and improved yield. Used in combination with Resinate® CO2 extract, LupuLN2® can add hop aroma and flavor to the end of boil or in dry hopping for a twofold approach to achieving superior brewery efficiency without sacrificing flavor. Depending on how much pellet or whole leaf is replaced by either of these products, breweries may see significant improvements in beer yield which contribute to both the bottom line and sustainability mission of YCH and many of our customers.APPLICATION AND USAGELupuLN2® may be used anywhere pellet hops can be used and are best used for late kettle and dry hop additions. As a starting point for recipe formulation or modification dose rate is estimated at 50% of pelletsby weight. It is best used in beers defined by their hop flavor and aroma with hop loads of at least 1 lb/bbl in late kettle or dry hop additions where a largeryield increase will occur from substituting out pellets or whole leaf.PACKAGINGLupuLN2® is packaged inside nitrogen flushed, flexible, foil pouches and shipped in cardboard cartons.STORAGELupuLN2® should be stored near-freezing, preferably between 30°F and 41°F (-1°C and 5°C). For best results, LupuLN2® should be used within three (3) years of package date. Storage stability does vary per variety and can be negatively affected by exposure to oxygen, heat and/or light.

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A dual purpose UK hop with an alpha acid of 6.5-8.5%. The flavor and aroma feature mild to moderately intense spice with elements of evergreen and ripe fruit, useful in British style ales and lagers. Similar varieties include East Kent Goldings, Perle, and Styrian Goldings.

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A German aroma hop with an alpha acid percentage ranging from 9-11%. A daughter of Cascade, Hallertau Blanc was bred specifically to answer the needs of American craft beer styles. It has a moderate to strong flavor and aroma, featuring notes of pineapple, gooseberry, white grape, fresh lemongrass stalk, and passionfruit. It's reminiscent of many recent Southern Hemisphere varieties, but with a cleaner, less dank profile. Hallertau Blanc is used as an aroma variety, particularly in whirlpool and dry hopping to take full advantage of the very high myrcene fraction. Similar variety is Nelson Sauvin. Used in styles such as American ales, Belgian ales, and wheat ales.

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Motueka from New Zeland is the result of a breeding program aimed at creating novel aroma hops that impart unique flavors to beer. Against a background character reminiscent of its Saazer parent, Motueka offers vivacious notes of lemon, lime, and tropical fruits. The moderate alpha acid (6.3-7.4%) levels make it suitable for a wide range of applications, and it produces excellent results when employed in multiple additions. It offers a balanced bitterness that integrates well with high gravity brews and nicely compliments strong malt characteristics like sweetness and body. While typically used in traditional pilsners and Belgian ales, Motueka is gaining popularity in the American craft brewing scene. It's now being used in an increasingly wide range of American, English and continental styles, including, of course, the IPA. Aroma profile: Fresh lime, lemon zest, mojito, citrus Bitter Components: Alpha-Acid %: 6.5 - 8.5 Beta-Acid %: 5.5 - 7.0 Co-Humulone % rel.: 27 - 30 Aroma Components Total Oils (mL/100g): 1.0 - 1.8 Beta-Caryophyllene: Humulene: 1.10 - 1.25 Farnesene % of total Oil: 12.50 - 13.20 Linalool % of total Oil: 0.5 - 1.0

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A German aroma hop with a low alpha acid percentage (1.5-4%). Hersbrucker is traditional in the lightly-hopped lagers and ales of southern Germany and does excellent work in Munich-style pale and dark lager, Weissbier, Oktoberfest, and Bock. Its mellow spiciness is also at home in many Belgian ale or more hop-forward lagers like Pils. Floral and herbal - similar to Mittelfruh, but with an added element of fruit and more dominant spice component; in a good crop year, Hersbrucker can be a bit more pungent than Mittelfruh as well. Look for suggestions of dried green herbs, candied citrus, and tree fruit. Similar variety is Mt. Hood.

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 A high alpa acid hop (11-14%) from New Zealand. Nelson Sauvin is a highly prized, dual-purpose hop that has been used in a wide range of styles by craft brewers. It has a distinctive aroma, similar to Sauvignon Blanc wine or crushed gooseberries. Notes of passionfruit and tangerine are apparent as well. Nelson Sauvin has a low cohumulone content, which imparts a smooth bitterness.

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Warrior is an American high alpha acid (19.7%) bittering hop with low cohumulone content. It produces a strong bitterness that is nevertheless pleasant and smooth. Warrior is sometimes used to impart flavor and aroma, but its character in that regard is very mild. It's an excellent choice for establishing substantial baseline bitterness in IPAs and pale ales, allowing hop character to be determined by later additions. Similar varieties include Columbus and Magnum. All hops are nitrogen flushed to preserve freshness.

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An American bittering hop with a high alpha acid percentage. Galena has a mild to moderate character, with a surprisingly pleasant tropical citrus quality. Useful in IPAs and American or English style ales. Similar varieties include Columbus, Nugget, Cluster, and Chinook. Characteristics: Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include sweet fruits, pear, pineapple, blackcurrant, grapefruit, lime, gooseberry and spicy wood. Alpha Acid: 13 - 15% Beta Acid: 7.5 - 8.5% Total Oil: 1.3 - 2.1 mL/100g

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A German aroma hop with an alpha acid percentage ranging from (7-10%). A daughter of Cascade, along with Hallertau Blanc and Hull Melon, Mandarina Bavaria was released in 2012. A tangerine machine when used for late, whirlpool, and dry hop additions, Mandarina Bavaria is quickly finding support in the brewhouse for American IPA and variants, black ales, saisons, Brett fermentations, and other beers where a definite fruity and strongly hoppy character is beneficial. It's sweet and distinctive with intense tangerine and orange candy notes and a resinous, herbal follow up.

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Target is a British dual purpose hop bred from Norther Brewer and English Golding stock. Target is an excellent bittering hop with a classic English character. While typically used for its high alpha percentage (8-13%), this hop has gained some popularity for its aroma as well. Specifications: Aroma Specifications: Herbal, floral, citrusy, tangerine Alpha Acids: 8.0 - 13.0% Beta Acids: 4.5 - 5.5% Co-Humulone: 35 - 37% Total Oil: 1.2 - 1.4 mL / 100g All hops are nitrogen flushed during packaging including any repackaged in-house.

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