Lager Hops

This classic German hop has an herbal/floral character and smooth bitterness, making it an ideal choice for brewing lagers, especially traditional pilsners. Hallertau Mittelfruh is one of the original four Noble hops, and is categorized as a "landrace" hop, meaning that it grew and adapted naturally over time in its native region. Its name is derived from the region of Hallertau, the world's largest hop growing region, and the German word mittelfrueh meaning "middle-early", referring to the early middle part of the growing season when it's ready to be harvested. The majority of its oil content comes from Humulene which provides the floral, herbal, and spicy character. Clean, crisp, and perfect for your next pilsner or hoppy lager. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 2.0 – 5.5% Beta Acids: 3.0 – 5.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 0.40 – 1.83 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 23 – 26% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.7 – 1.3 Similar Hop Varieties: Liberty, German Tradition, Ultra

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Traditional Czech Saaz hops are most commonly chosen for aromatic additions to Pilsners and Lagers, but also work well in Light Ales and Belgians. Though alpha acids are low, they are used for both bittering and an aroma of pleasant earthy, herbal and floral notes. You can finish just about any Lager recipe with this versatile hop. Even though it has a low alpha-acid content you will find many traditional recipes using this hop for both bittering and for flavor/aroma additions. Hop Statistics Alpha Acids: 2.0 – 5.0% Beta Acids: 7.0 – 8.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 0.25 - .71 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 24 – 28% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.4 – 0.7 Similar Hop Varieties: U.S. Saaz, Sterling

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Tettnanger, or Tettnang, hops are a traditional German variety that is widely used in lagers. Tettnanger hops are known for their versatility, as they offer a traditional noble aroma that blends seamlessly with other hops in your brew. Expect that classic German nose of spice, earth, and a hint of floral commonly added to German Ales, Lagers, and Wheat Beers. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 2.0 – 5.0% Beta Acids: 3.0 – 4.5% Alpha-Beta Ratio: .89 – 1.67 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 20 – 25% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.4 – 0.8 Similar Hop Varieties: Santiam, Spalt, Fuggle

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German Perle is generally seen as an aroma hop with citrus and spicy notes. It has characteristics similar to Hallertau Mittlefruh but with a higher alpha acid. This varietal was first bred in 1978 at a research institute in Hull, Germany. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 6 - 9% Beta Acids: 3 - 4.5% Alpha-Beta Ratio:  Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 28-31% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.8 - 2 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): N/A Similar Hop Varieties: N/A

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Nearly identical to popular Fuggles hops, Styrian Goldings hops are a low alpha varietal with a lovely, traditional European aroma. Commonly utilized in Belgian Ales, Lagers, and ESBs for that smooth, slightly spicy, and delicate noble aroma, Styrian Goldings could easily take the place of Willamette or Fuggles in any recipe. The name Styrian Goldings covers what can actually be a few different varietals grown in Slovenia (confusing for sure). Our Styrian Goldings is the Celeia varietal.  Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 1.3 – 6% Beta Acids: 2.0 – 3.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: .98 – 2.75 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 25 – 30% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.3 – 1.0 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): NA Similar Hop Varieties: Fuggle, Willamette, Kents Golding

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Lemondrop™ was originally developed by Hopsteiner as Experimental #01210 and released in 2012. Derived from Cascade, you will find some familiar flavors residing in these lupulin glands. The hops name alludes to the aroma descriptors of lemon, mint, green tea, and slight melon.  Lemondrop™ crushes as an aroma addition in Pale Ales, IPAs, Hoppy Lagers and NEIPAs, but don't shy away from it if you're looking to add some lemon-citrus flavor to your favorite Hefeweizen, Kolsch or Blonde Ale! Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 5.0 – 7.0% Beta Acids: 4.0 – 6.0% Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 28 – 34% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.5 – 2.0 Similar Hop Varieties: Cascade, Mandarina Bavaria, Centennial Lemondrop™ is a  trademark owned by  S. S. Steiner, Inc  

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Liberty is primarily utilized as an aroma hop. It is an American varietal with German roots as it was specifically bred to resemble Hallertauer Mittlefruh. You can expect that European infused spicy aroma with citrus and lemon flavors that makes a great pick for Pilsners, Bocks, and even Wheat Beers.   Hop Statistics Alpha Acids: 3.0 – 5.0% Beta Acids: 3.0 – 4.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: .75 – 1.67 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 24 – 30% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.6 – 1.2 Similar Hop Varieties: Hallertau, Mt Hood

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A very clean aroma hop that produces a mild, floral and spicy aroma. Due to it being mild and clean, this hop variety can be used in a variety of beer styles, including: Lagers, Kolsch, ESB, Pilsners, Pale Ales, IPAs, and Belgian Ales. Hop Statistics Alpha Acids: 3.5 – 5.5% Beta Acids: 4.5 – 6.7% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 0.52 - 1.22 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 20 – 26% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.0 – 1.5 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): 40 – 50% Similar Hop Varieties: Mt Hood, Liberty, Hallertau

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A great aroma hop for German beers. Also known as Hallertauer Tradition, this hop has a super clean floral and herbal aroma which will go great in any German lager! This hop was originally bred at the Hull Hop Research Institute in Germany for it's resistance to disease, and now it is a defining hop in a number of the region's Pilsners and Hefeweizens. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 5.0 – 7.0% Beta Acids: 4.0 – 5.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 1.0 –1.75 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 26 – 29% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.0 – 1.4 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): 65 – 70% Similar Hop Varieties: Liberty, German Hallertau Mittelfrüh

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German Hallertau Blanc is a daughter of Cascade, bred specifically to fit the needs of American craft beer styles. It is mostly an aroma hop with moderate to strong notes of pineapple, white grape, fresh lemongrass stalk, and passionfruit characteristics. A great aroma hop to use with IPA's, Belgian ales, wheat beers, and Brett fermentations. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 9 - 12% Beta Acids: 4.5 - 5.5% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 1.64 - 2.67 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 22 - 26% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.2 – 2.2 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): N/A Similar Hop Varieties: Cascade, Glacier, Hallertau Tradition

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Mt. Hood is an aromatic hop with low acid levels which make it very useful for mid boil hop additions. Expect an aroma of European style spice, herbs, and a pungent, resinous flavor. A great choice for a variety of lagers and ales. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 4.0 – 8.0% Beta Acids: 5.0 – 7.5% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 0.53 – 1.6 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 22 – 23% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.6 – 3.4 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): 50 – 60% Similar Hop Varieties: Hallertau, Hersbrucker

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Sterling is a great substitute for Saaz due to a similar spice aroma. This hop is very similar to Santiam but not as floral. Best described as herbal and spicy, with a hint of floral, citrus (lemon/pineapple) characteristics. Ideal for all Lagers, Belgian ales, and Wheat ales. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 6.0 – 9.0% Beta Acids: 4.0 – 6.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: .64 –1.55 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 22 – 28% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.3 – 1.9 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): 60 – 75% Similar Hop Varieties: Czech Saaz

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A traditional German hop with a mild and pleasant character. This is grown only in the Spalt region of Germany (thus the name!) and will impart a flowery, fruity, and spicy aroma. This is generally used as an aroma hop late in the boil, and will provide a distinctly hoppy character to the beer brewed! Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 2.5 – 5.5% Beta Acids: 3.0 – 5.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 0.5 - 1.8 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 20 – 25% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.9 – 1.4 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): 50 – 60% Similar Hop Varieties: Saaz, Tettnang, Spalter Select

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Due to high demand, the 5 lb is currently out of stock. Be the first to receive your items by placing a pre-order today. We will automatically ship this to you when we receive more inventory. Released in 2002, this German hop has one of the lowest alpha acid contents in the world so it is always used as an aroma hop. It has a citrus and tangerine aroma with a hint of spice. Saphir works great in Belgian Ales, Wheats, and Witbiers. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 2 – 3% Beta Acids:  4 – 7% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 0.29 – 0.75 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 12 – 17% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.8 – 1.4 Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): N/A Similar Hop Varieties: Chinook, Magnum, Galena

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German Spalt Select contains low alpha levels and strong aromatics for a true noble character. Ideal for all types of Lagers, expect an aroma of floral and rich fruit with a touch of noble earthiness.   Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 3 – 6.5% Beta Acids: 2.5 – 5.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: .60 – 2.6 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 21 – 27% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: NA Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): NA Similar Hop Varieties: Saaz, Tettnanger  

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If you want a beer that tastes like it came straight from a tropical paradise, BRU-1 is the obvious choice. Developed through open pollination at Brulotte Farms in Toppenish, Washingthon, this new hop varietal is absolutely bursting with the sweet, fruity aroma of pineapple. It works well on its own for single hop beers, providing plenty of alpha acids up front in the boil and contributing complex flavors of pineapple, pear, apple and fresh cut grass when used for whirlpool and dry hop additions. It also plays well with other hops to create a depth of fruit flavor and comes highly recommended for Pale Ales, IPAs, Hazys, IPLs, and wheat ales. Hop Statistics Alpha Acids: 13.0 – 15.0% Beta Acids: 8.0 – 10.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 1.3 - 1.8 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 35 – 37% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.5 – 2.0   BRU-1™ is a registered trademark owned by Yakima Chief Hops, LLC.    

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