2024 US Lemondrop Cryo Hop Profile
Origin:
USA
Developed by Hopsteiner
Grown in the Pacific Northwest
Type:
Aroma hop (Cryo® concentrated pellet)
Typical Alpha Acids:
18–22%
Beta Acids:
5–7%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
Citrus: Fresh lemon, lemon zest, and subtle orange
Herbal: Green tea and mint
Tropical: Hints of melon and subtle pineapple
Floral: Light blossom and lavender notes
Brewing Characteristics:
Cryo® technology delivers concentrated Lemondrop® aroma and flavor with less vegetative matter
Ideal for late additions and dry hopping
Provides a clean, crisp, and citrus-forward character
Improves beer yield and maximizes hop impact
Best Beer Styles:
Pale AleIPA
Blonde Ale
Wheat Beer
Fruit-forward and refreshing hop styles
Substitutes:
Cascade (more grapefruit, less lemon)
Centennial (more floral, less citrus)
Citra® (more tropical, less herbal)
Fun Fact:
Cryo® Lemondrop® is prized for its bright, fresh lemon character—perfect for brewers seeking a zesty, refreshing twist in modern, hop-forward beers.
