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- 10 x 100g Hop Pellets, or
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Waimea™ Hop Pellets
HOP BATCH STATISTICS:
Flavour & Aroma: Fresh Citrus, Pine Needle, Tangerine, Grapefruit, Pomelo, and Crushed Citrus
Crop year: 2022
Alpha Acid (%):12.6
Oil Content (mL/100g):
Usage: Dual Use
Country of origin: New Zealand
This hop boasts a high alpha level and a significant amount of oils, lending a prominent aromatic profile with notes of pine and citrus.
Breeding:
Waimea™ Hop Pellets, introduced in 2012 by The New Zealand Institute for Plant & Food Research Limited, are made from the triploid cultivar HORT3953. This strain can be traced back to the influential hop varieties ‘Californian Late Cluster’, ‘Saazer’, and ‘Fuggle’, giving it a unique and flavorful profile.
Specification Sheet:
Waimea Hop Specification Sheet
Selection:
With Waimea™ Hop Pellets, experience a burst of fresh tangelo citrus and pine needle flavors. Boasting a remarkable oils profile, high alpha content, low cohumlone levels, and superior agronomic performance, this hop is a thrilling addition to the world of brewing.
Brewing:
Ideal for both dual purpose use and throughout a variety of applications, from early kettle additions to dry hopping. These Waimea™ Hop Pellets offer a high-quality bitterness and aromatic profile, bursting with fruity citrus and pine notes due to its large quantity of oil. Perfect for crafting big, bold beers.
Applications:
Chosen for its dual purpose capabilities, Waimea™ Hop Pellets offer a unique combination of quality bitterness and fresh citrus aroma. This versatile hop can be used in various styles and in both brewhouse and dry hopping applications.