2023 US Contessa Cryo Hop Profile
Origin:
USA
Developed by Hopsteiner
Grown in the Pacific Northwest
Type:
Aroma hop (Cryo® concentrated pellet)
Typical Alpha Acids:
8–11%
Beta Acids:
3–5%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
Herbal: Green tea, lemongrass, and fresh-cut grass
Floral: Chamomile and subtle wildflower
Citrus: Delicate notes of lime and lemon zest
Fruit: Soft pear and apple undertones
Brewing Characteristics:
Cryo® technology delivers concentrated Contessa® aroma and flavor with less vegetative matter
Ideal for late additions and dry hopping
Adds a refined, floral-herbal character with clean bitterness
Improves beer yield and hop utilization
Best Beer Styles:
Pale Ale
Lager
Blonde Ale
Kölsch
Subtle and sessionable hop-forward styles
Substitutes:
Hallertau Mittelfrüh (more spice, less citrus)
Saaz (more earthy, less floral)
Tettnang (more herbal, less fruit)
Fun Fact:
Cryo® Contessa® is appreciated for its elegant blend of herbal, floral, and citrus notes—perfect for brewers seeking a refined, modern twist on classic continental hop character.
