2024 US Bravo Cryo Hop Profile
Origin:
USA
Developed by Hopsteiner
Grown in the Pacific Northwest
Type:
Dual-purpose hop (Cryo® concentrated pellet)
Typical Alpha Acids:
20–24%
Beta Acids:
7–9%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
Citrus: Orange zest and tangerine
Stone Fruit: Apricot and subtle plum
Herbal: Mild spice and earthy notes
Floral: Hints of sweet blossom
Brewing Characteristics:
Cryo® technology delivers intensified Bravo® aroma, flavor, and bitterness with reduced vegetative matter
Excellent for both bittering and late/dry hop additions
Provides clean, smooth bitterness and vibrant hop character
Improves beer yield and efficiency in the brewhouse
Best Beer Styles:
IPA
Pale Ale
Imperial IPA
Lager
Hop-forward and modern beer styles
Substitutes:
Columbus (more pungent, less floral)
Chinook (more pine, less citrus)
Summit™ (more orange, less herbal)
Fun Fact:
Cryo® Bravo® is valued for its potent alpha acids and balanced profile, making it a go-to hop for brewers seeking both efficient bittering and a burst of citrus and stone fruit aroma.
