2023 US Comet Cryo Hop Profile
Origin:
USA
Developed by USDA breeding program
Grown in the Pacific Northwest
Type:
Dual-purpose hop (Cryo® concentrated pellet)
Typical Alpha Acids:
18–22%
Beta Acids:
4–6%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
Citrus: Bright grapefruit and lemon
Tropical: Hints of mango and pineapple
Herbal: Grassy and wildflower notes
Earthy: Subtle resin and spice
Brewing Characteristics:
Cryo® technology delivers intensified Comet aroma, flavor, and bitterness with less vegetative matter
Excellent for both bittering and late/dry hop additions
Enhances juicy, citrus-forward, and earthy profiles
Improves beer yield and brewhouse efficiency
Best Beer Styles:
IPA
Pale Ale
Lager
Session Ale
Classic and modern hop-forward styles
Substitutes:
Centennial (more floral, less earthy)
Cascade (more floral, less tropical)
Simcoe® (more pine, less citrus)
Fun Fact:
Cryo® Comet is prized for its old-school grapefruit punch and wild, earthy undertones—perfect for brewers seeking a bold, classic American hop character with modern intensity.
