A classic and American hop. It’s known as a dual hop and has an alpha acid content of 8-11%. It has floral and citrus characteristics. It’s considered to be somewhat similar to Cascade with its grapefruit flavour but with some orange notes as well. Used in IPA’s and Pale Ales predominantly. Vacuum packed for freshness.
Generally used only in top fermented beers, especially the Bavarian Weissbiers, but can be used to enhance roundness of flavour and head formation in most beer styles.
This grain is used extensively to promote head retention in Bitters. Its use is definitely recommended in all recipes where a good firm head is required.
Chinook hops are now grown on British farms. It is a hardy hop, perfect for the British weather. It provides a mix of spicy, grapefruit, pine and pineapple
Developed by the USDA breeding program in Idaho in 1968 and released in 1978, Galena is a high alpha variety with increasingly popular aroma characteristics.
Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include sweet fruits, pear, pineapple, blackcurrant, grapefruit, lime, gooseberry and spicy wood.
As the name suggests, this malt is used to brew the famous rich, sweet beers associated with Munich. It can, however, be used in small quantities to enhance the maltiness in other beer styles.
Pacific Jade hops are best known for their incredibly rich aroma of spicy black pepper, bold citrus and herbs. Some say the spiciness is reminiscent of Saaz. Certainly a great way to round out your Pale Ale and a good up-front addition in Lagers
Originally bred by Whitbread’s Brewery, this variety displays both Goldings and Fuggles characteristics. Although very fine ales can be made using WGV exclusively, they are usually used in combination with other varieties.