Hops

This is a new, experimental hop variety from Idaho's Jackson Farms — the fine folks who brought you Idaho 7 ™. ID-158 is also known as "Pink," named for its distinctive pink trial markers in the field. It delivers a desired combo of citrus and stone fruit, but what sets this hop apart from the herd are the subtle flavors of honey, apple, strawberry, and vanilla. Use ID-158 on its own or let it add depth alongside varieties like Mosaic®, Cashmere, or even Idaho 7 ™! Sweet, sophisticated flavor crafted for a truly unique brew.

Classic Fuggle genetics, grown and pelletized by Hop France in the Alsace growing region. Fuggle has dual-purpose utility for a number of traditional beer styles like lagers, porters and English ales, typically delivering notes of wood, slight floral and a pleasant, herbal vegetal.

Galaxy® is one of the most recognized, sought-after hop varieties in the world, celebrated for juicy flavors of peach, guava, passionfruit, and orange. A cross between Perle and a high-alpha Australian hop, Galaxy® brings a high concentration of essential oils and alpha acids (13-18.5%). Use it in any hop-forward pale ale, IPA, or hazy style — especially in the whirlpool or dry hop to maximize the flavor. Galaxy weaves seamlessly with the usual suspects of Citra ® and Mosaic ® without getting lost, and it shines brightly on its own. This punchy, Australian classic is built to make your beer explode with tropical character.

Galena is named after the ancient Roman term "galenite", a mineral that lives in the soils of Oregon. Released by the USDA as a high alpha variety in 1978, Galena offers clean bittering and has long been a go-to hop for heavy-hitting brews like IPAs, stouts, porters and red ales. Its dual-purpose nature will surprise with pleasant notes of citrus, sweet fruit, herbs and spice. A trusted, reliable classic with understated flavor.

These German-grown Saazer hops are a genetic descendant of the famous landrace variety of the same name. The growing region in Germany is very similar to the Saaz growing region in Czechia, making them a compatible substitute to the noble Czech Saaz. The German Saazer is said to be less spicy and more floral than the Czech Saaz. Perfect for traditional pilsners, lagers, and ales.

Released in 2012 by the Hüll Hop Research Center, Hallertau Blanc is a German variety that features a bouquet of citrus and sweet fruits and a distinctive white wine character. As a daughter of Cascade, Hallertau Blanc represents a departure from its noble heritage — bred for a moment where brewers were seeking bold, differentiating flavors. With dual-purpose utility and relatively high alpha (9-11%), it delivers a sophisticated layer of flavor that complements old-world and new-world styles alike.

Hallertau Tradition is a German variety bred by the Hüll Research Center as a successor to Hallertau Mittelfrüh. Often compared to its predecessor, Hallertau Tradition offers moderate alpha (4-7%) and a refined noble aroma of herbs and fresh grass, with subtle notes of apricot, orange, and cassis. Agronomically, Tradition stands out in the field due to good yields, stable growing patterns and strong disease resistance. Classic noble character, bred for modern reliability.

Harlequin® was released in 2019 by the U.K. based Charles Faram Hop Development Programme, boasting big fruit flavors of passion fruit, peach, and pineapple. A daughter of Godiva™ and a grand-daughter of Jester®, Harlequin was selected primarily for its exceptional aroma, improved disease resistance and strong yield potential. The breeder considers Harlequin to be a dual-purpose hop, but it seems to excel in late hop additions, whirlpooling, and dry hopping.

HBC 1134 c.v. is a new experimental hop variety from the Hop Breeding Company, a joint venture between John I. Haas and Yakima Chief Ranches. HBC 1134 was bred specifically for modern lagers, unveiling an American twist on the classic noble character. It delivers flavors of rose, pine, herbal, lemon and a hint of grapefruit. Alongside excellent agronomics, storage stability and bitterness, HBC 1134 is a promising new variety for a changing market. A strong contender for the next great American lager hop.

HBC 522 c.v. is an experimental variety from the Hop Breeding Company, a joint venture between John I. Haas and Yakima Chief Ranches. A cross between Columbus and an experimental male, HBC 522 is often compared to Centennial and Cascade because of its similar flavor profile — a mix of jasmine, bitter orange, grapefruit and pine needles. Its balanced character makes it an easy fit across a wide range of ale styles and hop combinations. Familiar flavor, refined for modern brewing.

HBC 630 c.v. is an experimental variety from the Hop Breeding Company, a joint venture between John I. Haas and Yakima Chief Ranches. Complex and fruity, it offers a bouquet of cherry and raspberry character alongside with sweet, candy-like esters and lactones that contribute creamy notes of peach and banana. With high alpha (13-14%), HBC 630 pairs nicely with other varieties like Azacca®, Strata® and Barbe Rouge, amplifying its distinctive berry-forward profile. A richly layered hop with sweet, standout flavor.

HBC 638 is an experimental hop variety from the Hop Breeding Company, which is a joint venture between John I. Haas and Yakima Chief Ranches. Drawing comparisons to Centennial, HBC 638 features aromas of bright citrus and fresh flowers, layered with added notes of tropical and stone fruit. Mango, pineapple, banana, cherry, strawberry, and cantaloupe are just some of the cornucopia of refreshing flavors and aromas brewers use to describe HBC 638. Familiar yet exciting, HBC 638 offers a whole orchard of flavor ready for your next experimental beer.

Released in 2005 by the Hüll Hop Research Center, Herkules is a German high alpha (12-17%) variety prized for its powerful bittering potential. True to its name, Herkules is high-yielding and robust, often yielding between 2,200-2,500 pounds per acre. Although primarily used for bittering, Herkules also offers up a complex aromatic profile of orange, lemongrass, melon and mint. A world-renowned bittering hop foundational for countless beer styles.

Hersbrucker is an old-world German landrace variety once considered a successor to Hallertau Mittelfrüh. It is named for the Hersbruck growing region where it originated, located north of the Hallertau near Nuremberg. With low alpha acids (1.5-4%) and a refined noble aroma of lemon balm, orange, and black tea, Hersbrucker is a versatile choice for traditional lagers and pilsners.

Released in 2012 by the Hüll Hop Research Center, Hüll Melon is a German variety with a distinctive blend of melon and strawberry aromas, backed by floral-spicy aromas of geranium and aniseed. As a daughter of Cascade like Hallertau Blanc, Hüll Melon represents a departure from its noble heritage — bred for a moment where brewers were seeking bold, differentiating flavors. With dual-purpose utility and moderate alpha (7-8%), it delivers a sophisticated layer of flavor that complements old-world and new-world styles alike.

Released in 2015, Idaho 7® is the first proprietary hop from Jackson Farms in Idaho. This hop is rich with pine and a zesty tangerine flavor that is reminiscent of marmalade, rounded out by a soft tropical notes of pineapple and guava. A true dual-purpose hop, Idaho 7® is capable of carrying a recipe on its own, but it shines in tandem with other varieties. It pairs especially well with Citra®, El Dorado®, Azacca®, or a clean bittering hop like Warrior®. A versatile, modern hop built for collaboration.

Idaho Gem™ is a found variety from Gooding Farms in Parma, Idaho. It bursts with bright, candy-like red cherries, sweet pineapple and grapefruit. Idaho Gem™ is also backed by light herbal notes like mint and green tea that allow it to shine beyond hazy IPAs and other fruit-driven styles. Though it can hold its own as a single hop, Idaho Gem also complements familiar favorites like Citra® and Mosaic®. Candy-bright flavor with unexpected depth, ideal for late additions and dry-hopping.

Jester® is a modern UK variety released by the Charles Faram Hop Development Program. The result of Cascade seedlings, Jester brought big, new-world genetics to British fields while keeping that unmistakable UK terroir. Expect punchy citrus, resin, and bright black currants that work in both fruit-forward pale ales and IPAs as well as more traditional styles.

Loral® was released in 2016 by the Hop Breeding Company, a joint venture between John I. Haas and Yakima Chief Ranches. Known for its approachable, balanced profile, Loral® is often described as a “super noble hop,” offering moderate alpha alongside floral, herbal, and citrus notes — reflecting its blend of American and French heritage. In the fields, Loral is characterized by having numerous small, dense cones with moderate alpha acids. Well suited for pale ales, sessionable beers, and lagers, Loral bridges old-world finesse with new-world punch.

Lórien® is a new variety from Indie Hops, released in 2021. A cross between Sterling and a German male, Lórien was bred to challenge lager hop norms, leaning less on traditional noble flavor and more on fruity, floral character. Channeling “a feeling of a summer meadow,” Lórien delivers citrus zest, fresh melon, sweet hay and wildflower aroma. This low alpha variety is designed to complement rather than overpower, making it a natural fit for a wide range of malt and hop bills — especially in lagers, pilsners, low-ABV ales and other crushable beers. A New World meadow in every pour.

Lubelski (also referred to as Lublin) is the classic Polish noble-type aroma variety, named for the Lublin region. Thought to descend from Saaz selections, it delivers that refined, continental profile with a distinctly Polish accent. Expect delicate spice over floral and herbal tones that fit effortlessly into traditional lagers and modern sessionable styles.

Magnum is a high alpha (11-16%) variety developed in 1980 by the Hüll Hop Research Center in Germany, known in the fields for its large and heavy cones. As a daughter of U.S. Galena, Magnum produces good yields and has a high tolerance to disease. It is an efficient bittering hop with subtle citrus and green fruit notes, serving as a clean, reliable foundation for many hop bills and beer styles.

Mandarina Bavaria was released by Hop Breeding Institute in Hüll in 2012 as a daughter of Cascade, Hüll Melon and Hallertau Blanc. With a pleasant yet distinctive blend of tangerine, pineapple, strawberry and black currant, Mandarina Bavaria feels right at home in pale ale and IPA hop bills. Its juicy, fruit-forward character also works wonders in saisons, wheats and pilsners alike. A bright, expressive, and unmistakably modern German hop.

Meridian® was released in 2015 by Oregon’s Indie Hops. With low alpha acids (5–6.5%), Meridian offers unique flavors of sugary Meyer lemon, boysenberry, and fruit punch. These bright notes are especially at home in wheat beers, saisons and hazy IPAs. Known as a “top-note” hop, Meridian works best when paired with other complementary varieties. The sprinkle on top to your hop bill, Meridian adds lift and personality to any fruit-forward beer.