2024 US Bergamot™ T90 Hop Pellets
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US Bergamot Hop Profile
Origin:
- United States
- Bred by the Hopsteiner breeding program, developed to provide unique citrus and floral aromatics
Type:
- Aroma hop
Typical Alpha Acids:
- 7–11%
Beta Acids:
- 3–4%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
- Orange: Distinct and pronounced, reminiscent of orange zest and marmalade
- Citrus: Lemongrass, lime, and general citrus complexity
- Floral: Perfume-like bouquet, sweet and delicate, similar to Earl Grey’s bergamot aroma
- Tropical Fruit: Subtle undertones of melon and juicy fruit
- Tea: Sometimes a black tea or herbal edge (Earl Grey quality)
Brewing Characteristics:
- Provides bright, zesty, and aromatic citrus with a floral lift
- Works best as a late addition or for dry hopping to maximize unique aromatics
- Can be used in a wide range of lighter and hop-forward beer styles
Best Beer Styles:
- IPA, Session IPA, and Hazy IPA
- Pale Ale
- Blonde Ale, Belgian Blonde
- Wheat beer, Summer ales, and other lighter styles
- Saison, specialty lagers
Substitutes:
- Mandarina Bavaria (for orange, but softer and sweeter)
- Lemondrop (for citrus, but less floral)
- Motueka (for lime, but more tropical and less floral)
Fun Fact:
Bergamot is named after the fragrant bitter orange used to flavor Earl Grey tea! Brewers looking for “orange marmalade and floral perfume” find this hop truly unique.
Bergamot is named after the fragrant bitter orange used to flavor Earl Grey tea! Brewers looking for “orange marmalade and floral perfume” find this hop truly unique.