2024 US Lotus T90 Hop Pellets
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US Lotus Hop Profile
Origin:
United States
Developed by Hopsteiner as part of their “Innovator” program; bred for unique fruit and vanilla character and released to the craft market in the late 2010s.
United States
Developed by Hopsteiner as part of their “Innovator” program; bred for unique fruit and vanilla character and released to the craft market in the late 2010s.
Type:
Aroma hop (big for late additions and dry hop, but usable for some bittering)
Aroma hop (big for late additions and dry hop, but usable for some bittering)
Typical Alpha Acids:
13–17%
13–17%
Beta Acids:
5–6%
5–6%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
- Orange: Big, juicy orange and orange zest
- Berry: Touch of candied berry, soft red fruit
- Vanilla: Sweet vanilla cream, almost orange creamsicle
- Tropical: Big tropical fruits—papaya, pineapple, mango
- Citrus: Vibrant citrus, grapefruit, and lime
Brewing Characteristics:
- Known for an “orange creamsicle” aroma and taste (orange, vanilla, and berry)
- Delivers a unique sweet-creamy complexity with loads of fruitiness
- Excels in dry hop and whirlpool, making it a favorite for hazy IPAs, pale ales, and creative fruited beers
- Supports both single-hop and blend recipes
Best Beer Styles:
- Juicy/Hazy IPA
- American Pale Ale
- Fruited Wheat
- Blonde/Golden Ale
- Milkshake IPA
Substitutes:
- El Dorado (for orange/candy but less vanilla)
- Cashmere (for sweet citrus/melon)
- Sabro (for coconut/cream note in a blend)
Fun Fact:
Lotus is known for its “triple fruit” punch—you’ll often see brewers use it solo to highlight the orange-vanilla-berry effect.
Lotus is known for its “triple fruit” punch—you’ll often see brewers use it solo to highlight the orange-vanilla-berry effect.