2025 NZ Superdelic™ Hop Profile
Origin:
New Zealand
Developed by NZ Hops Ltd.; a new-generation aroma hop released to showcase bold, modern fruit character.
Type:
Aroma hop (high-impact flavor and late additions)
Typical Alpha Acids:
~5 - 7%
Beta Acids:
~3 - 4.5%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
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Red Fruit: Cherry, red currant, red apple, raspberry
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Tropical: Mango, guava, lychee
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Berry: Strawberry, boysenberry, mixed fruit punch
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Candy: Sweet fruit candy, chewy fruit lollies, “fruit burst”
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Citrus: Zesty lime, sweet orange
Brewing Characteristics:
- Delivers a “fruit salad in a glass” effect—big top-notes of red fruit and tropical punch with candy-like sweetness
- Complex and layered while remaining clean on the palate
- Shines in dry-hopping and whirlpool additions; adds multi-dimensional, expressive aromatics
- Performs best in hop-forward styles, hazy beers, pale ales, lighter lagers, and sours
Best Beer Styles:
- Hazy IPA / Juicy IPA
- Pale Ale / Session Ale
- Fruited Wheat
- Modern Pilsner and Lager
- Sour Ale / Mixed Fermentation
Substitutes:
- None truly 1:1, but use Motueka (lime) or Riwaka (passionfruit) if you want a NZ vibe, or use US Strata/El Dorado for a jammy, modern fruit punch effect.
Fun Fact:
Superdelic™ stands out from other NZ hops for its intensely fruity, almost “fruit candy” nose—making it a favorite for brewers aiming to wow with modern, juicy hop flavor.
