Bru-1™ Hop Pellets 2024 – US Pineapple & Stone Fruit Aroma Hops
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2024 US Experimental BRU-1™ Hop Profile
Origin:
United States – Developed by Brulotte Farms (WA) & John I. Haas, now widely grown in the Pacific Northwest. Released as a new-school, high-impact aroma hop.
Type:
Aroma hop (very fruit-forward, great in late/whirlpool/dry hop, capable bittering as well)
Typical Alpha Acids:
13–15%
Beta Acids:
~5–6%
Aroma & Flavor Notes
- Pineapple (signature, lush, and juicy)
- Stonefruit (apricot, peach, light nectarine)
- Tropical (mango, papaya, fruit punch)
- Citrus (bright lemon, sweet orange, tangy zest)
- Apple (crisp, tart green apple)
Brewing Characteristics:
- Bold, modern, juicy: known for a big pineapple and fruit punch character with stonefruit and apple backup
- Shines in hop-forward beers—works solo or blended with other fruity hops for a tropical bomb
- Moderate to strong bitterness, very clean
Best Beer Styles:
- Hazy/Juicy IPA
- American Pale Ale
- Summer Blonde/Wheat
- Fruited Sours and lighter “juicebox” style beers
Substitutes:
- El Dorado (for pineapple-forward profile)
- Strata (general fruit complexity)
- Idaho 7 (for added tropical/stonefruit notes)
Fun Fact:
BRU-1 is famous for its “fresh pineapple juice” aroma, especially when used as a dry hop. It’s a staple for brewers seeking new-school, tropical explosions in modern styles.