🌱 NZ Hop Pellets (2024 Crop) — Intense Tropical Aroma & Flavor Booster
 
Product Overview
Premium Australian-grown Galaxy NZ hop pellets from the 2024 harvest — laboratory-tested for alpha acid at 8.6% and beta acid at 6.1%. These pellets deliver bright tropical fruit‑forward flavor, bursting with passionfruit, peach, and citrus, perfect for late-additions and dry hopping.
Can be used for tea, smoking, brewing and much more
Key Features:
Alpha acids (8.6%): Offers moderate bitterness — ideal for dry hop or late kettle use
Beta acids (6.1%): Contributes to depth and aromatic stability
Total oil content (~2.0–2.9 mL/100 g): Powered for intense tropical notes
Essential oil breakdown: Myrcene 32–56%, caryophyllene 7–14.7%, humulene 0.8–2.2%, farnesene ~2.8–5.1%
Aroma & Flavor Profile
Dominated by passionfruit, peach, citrus, and tropical fruit notes
Ideal for hazy pale ales, aroma-driven ales, and fruit-infused brews
Usage Tips
Use in late-boil, whirlpool, or dry‑hop stages to maximize fruit aroma
Best suited to tropical, juicy ales—pairs beautifully with citrusy and stone-fruit hop varieties
2024 Crop Highlights
Tested alpha and beta values reflect consistent and bright hop quality from this harvest
Pelleted form ensures improved storage stability, compactness, and easy dosing
 
 
 
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🔍 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
 
Q1: What does an alpha acid of 8.6% mean for brewing?
A1: At 8.6% alpha acid, Galaxy AU® is a moderate-bitterness hop, perfect for late kettle additions and dry hopping to focus on aroma rather than sharp bitterness.
 
Q2: How does the beta acid level (6.1%) influence flavor stability?
A2: Beta acids contribute to a soft resinous undertone, adding aromatic depth and stability without overly impacting bitterness.
Q3: What beer styles work best?
A3: Ideal for hazy pale ales, tropical IPAs, saisons, and fruit-forward ales—any recipe where tropical fruit aroma is desired.
Q4: Why choose pellets vs whole cones?
A4: Pellets offer easier handling, more compact storage, and consistent dosing, with slightly better aroma retention.
Q5: What other hops pair well?
A5: Complements varieties with citrus, stone fruit, and tropical profiles—great in blend-friendly recipes.