Whole Leaf Hops

Dual purpose hops popularly used in American styles including Pale Ales and West Coast IPAs Aroma Profile: Citrus, Tropical, Floral, Grapefruit, Grassy, Herbal, Pine Alpha Acids: 4.5 – 7.0% Whole cone hops are often preferred for dry hopping as they maintain contact while floating in the beer and are easier to remove Adding whole cone hops directly to the mash tun is a great way to add flavor and help clarify wort Cascade is the classic American hop that really started the hop craze. Defined by its citrus, and often more specifically, grapefruit flavor it is now sought out around the World. It is a true dual-purpose hop that can be used for bittering, at the end of the boil, or the fermenter. Used in so many craft brewed pale ales, but none more famous than Sierra Nevada's Pale Ale. You cannot go wrong using Cascade in all kinds of American style ales. Whole cone hops are typically the preferred format for dry hopping as they maintain contact with the beer by floating, they are easier to remove than pellets and they add a unique character to the beer. Adding whole hop cones directly to the mash tun is also a great way to add an extra layer of hop flavor and to clarify your wort as it filters through the flowers. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 4.5 – 7.0% Beta Acids: 4.5 – 7.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: .64 – 1.55 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 33 – 40% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.8 – 1.5 Storage (% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): 48 - 52% Similar Hop Varieties: Ahtanum®, Centennial, Amarillo® hops     Ahtanum® is a registered trademark owned by Yakima Chief Hops, LLC. Amarillo® is a trademark owned by Virgil Gamache Farms, Inc.  

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Unanimously loved as a late addition or dry hop in Hazys, West Coast IPAs, Pale Ales, and other hop-forward styles Aroma Profile: Citrus, Stone Fruit, Tropical, Woody Alpha Acids: 11.0 – 13.0% Whole cone hops are often preferred for dry hopping as they maintain contact while floating in the beer and are easier to remove Adding whole cone hops directly to the mash tun is a great way to add flavor and help clarify wort Citra® is currently one of the most sought-after hops among craft and home brewers for their intense citrus aroma and flavor. Grapefruit and lime aromas along with gooseberry, passion fruit, and lychee notes. Currently one of the top choices for late hop additions or dry hopping when you want to make that ultimate hop bomb IPA or Pale Ale. Citra® also has a fairly high alpha acid content making it a good choice for bittering IPAs, Pales, and American Ales. Supply has been limited in the industry but MoreBeer! loved this hop from day one and bought a lot of it years ago on contract. Whole cone hops are typically the preferred format for dry hopping as they maintain contact with the beer by floating, they are easier to remove than pellets and they add a unique character to the beer. Adding whole cone hops directly to the mash tun is also a great way to add some extra hop flavor and to clarify your wort as it filters through the flowers. Hop Statistics Alpha Acids: 11.0 – 13.0% Beta Acids: 3.5 – 4.5% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 2.4 - 3.7 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 22 – 24% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 2.2 – 2.8 Storage (% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): 75% Similar Hop Varieties: Simcoe®, Mosaic®   Citra® and Mosaic® are registered trademarks owned by Hop Breeding Company. Simcoe® is a registered trademark owned by Yakima Chief Ranches.

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A reliable workhorse for Hazy IPAs, West Coast IPAs, Pale Ales, and Hoppy Lagers Aroma Profile: Berry, Citrus, Stone Fruit, Tropical Alpha Acids: 11.5 – 13.5% Whole cone hops are often preferred for dry hopping as they maintain contact while floating in the beer and are easier to remove Adding whole cone hops directly to the mash tun is a great way to add flavor and help clarify wort Mosaic® spiked in popularity immediately after its' release due its' incredibly pungent and unique character. With a genealogy that includes Simcoe as a mother, this hop has bursting citrus, pine, mango, and blueberry aroma. Great for bittering and aroma, this quickly became a favorite hop for single hop beers. Get your hands on this highly sought after hop while you can! Whole cone hops are typically the preferred format for dry hopping as they maintain contact with the beer by floating, they are easier to remove than pellets and they add a unique character to the beer. Adding whole cone hops directly to the mash tun is also a great way to add some extra hop flavor and to clarify your wort as it filters through the flowers. Hop Statistics: Alpha Acids: 11.5 – 13.5% Beta Acids: 3.2 – 3.9% Alpha-Beta Ratio:2.95 – 4.22 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 24 – 26% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.0 – 1.5 Storage (% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): 75% Similar Hop Varieties: Simcoe® Mosaic® is a registered trademark owned by Hop Breeding Company. Simcoe® is a registered trademark owned by Yakima Chief Ranches.  

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Use for hoppy beer styles including Hazy IPA, West Coast IPA, Pale Ales, or Hoppy Lagers Aroma Profile: Tropical, Citrus, Herbal, Spicy, Stone Fruit, Woody Alpha Acids: 8.0 – 11.0% Whole cone hops are often preferred for dry hopping as they maintain contact while floating in the beer and are easier to remove Adding whole cone hops directly to the mash tun is a great way to add flavor and help clarify wort Amarillo® hops have become super popular with microbrewers. Brewers are describing the flavor and aroma as a supercharged version of Cascade. Floral, tropical, and citrus (lemon, orange and grapefruit) characteristics. However, it has a distinctive orange character to it that is very different from Cascade. Supply has been very limited the last few years so make sure to buy some while it is available.  Whole cone hops are typically the preferred format for dry hopping as they maintain contact with the beer by floating, they are easier to remove than pellets and they add a unique character to the beer. Adding whole cone hops directly to the mash tun is also a great way to add flavor and clarify your wort. Hop Statistics Alpha Acids: 8.0 – 11.0% Beta Acids: 6.0 – 7.0% Alpha-Beta Ratio: 1.1 - 1.8 Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 21 – 24% Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.5 – 1.9 Storage (% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): Good Similar Hop Varieties: Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe®     Amarillo® is a trademark owned by Virgil Gamache Farms, Inc. Simcoe® is a registered trademark owned by Yakima Chief Hops, LLC.  

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