New Zealand
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$11.30 As low as: $6.90Freestyle Nelson Sauvin Hops (Bliss Process) - Pellets (NZ)
Freestyle Nelson Bliss - The latest experiment out of the Freestyle Hop Research Lab
Building on field trials from 2023 Freestyle undertook a new experimental processing trial for the 2024 season. This is called our "Bliss process" which has the goal of capturing as much of the tropical intensity of Nelson Sauvin as possible without losing the brighter citrus and wine-y notes from earlier harvested Nelson. This process is aimed at maximising the free thiols (sweet tropical characters) that are most prominent in a super late harvest Nelson Sauvin lot without losing some of the terpene-driven brightness which typically would happen in those types of lots. The 2024 Nelson Bliss tries to thread the needle and get the huge tropical sweetness while maintaining a balanced and brighter character.
This Nelson Sauvin lot has field aromas of Mango, Red Grapefruit, Lychee.
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$9.70Wai-iti Hops - Pellets (NZ)
Wai-iti™ is a relatively new hop, with a fresh splash of mandarin-lime notes. Low alpha, low cohumulone and a nice oil mix make this a soft but refreshing choice for a light Spring or Summer ale. It’s a bit like Riwaka, but more smooth and rounded.
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$8.80
Green Bullet (NZ) Hops - Pellets
Green Bullet delivers a very real, traditional bittering quality and hop flavour. A flagship within the New Zealand brewing industry this hop has contributed to several International Brewing Industry Awards. Considered a bittering variety typically for Lager, Green Bullet also carries a solid Styrian characteristic of subtle spiciness which finds it at home in a freshly drawn pint of Bitter or an Irish-style Dry Stout. “utility brewhouse workhorse” -
$9.80
Rakau Hops - Pellets (NZ)
A dual purpose variety typically with alpha acid above 10% and cohumulone less than 25% of alpha acids. Can be used for multiple additions with late hop character delivering tropical fruit aromas of passionfruit and peach. Quite high levels of oil with an H/C ratio typical of classical aroma varieties. The alpha acid content of hops will vary from batch to batch and may vary from the amount shown in the picture. -
$7.70
Southern Cross Hops - Pellets (NZ)
Used for first addition bittering this hop has no pretence at substitution for noble type. A kettle variety of the highest order Southern Cross imparts a soft bitterness with a subtle resinous quality. The essential oil component is such that it can deliver a delicate balance of citrus and spice when added toward the end of boil. Generally selected for its consistency in mainstream Lagers this hop has also ventured into the craft market as a reliable Brewpub mainstay. -
$8.20
Nelson Sauvin Hops - Pellets (NZ)
A hop that requires judicious application in the brew house, this truly unique dual-purpose variety can be used to produce big punchy Ales as well as subtle yet bitter Lagers. The fruitiness may be a little overpowering for the un-initiated, however those with a penchant for bold hop character will find several applications for this true brewer's hop. -
$9.80
Taiheke Hops - Pellets (NZ)
Performs well when used as a single variety across multiple kettle additions or when singled out as a late gift. Can do some really great things for the hop advocate when matched up with some of the New Zealand aroma heavy weights such as Motueka or Riwaka. A fun hop in the brewery which literally sighs with pleasure when plunged into a hop back. “A bold hop that makes a statement” -
$7.80Motueka Hops - Pellets (NZ)
An excellent hop in many applications from first kettle additions through to late gift. This hop offers a unique aroma and flavour making it suitable for producing bigger more traditional style Lagers, especially Bohemian Pilsener. Excellent when employed in multiple additions from a single hop bill and sits well on the palate to balance speciality malt sweetness. An excellent variety for Belgian Ales and gives a real edge to Cask Bitter. -
$9.50
Wakatu Hops - Pellets (NZ)
Wakatu has an alpha to beta acids ratio of 1:1, along with low cohumulone, accompanied by nicely balanced oils which give this an understated floral aroma atop fresh lime. Alpha acids average 9%, so it makes for an outstanding dual-use hop. It can be added at any stage of the process from first wort to dry hopping. It has also been noted for its flavor stability. -
$6.30
Pacific Gem Hops - Pellets (NZ)
Pacific Gem fills the brew house with enticing aromas during kettle addition and has been described as producing oaken flavours with a distinct blackberry aroma. Typically used as a first hop addition and makes its presence felt through an excellent tempered bitterness and flavour. Well suited to a wide range of beer styles and lends itself well to European Lager styles of various bitterness levels.
