Green Bullet is a true New Zealand original—released in 1972 from an open cross-pollination of the legendary “Smoothcone” variety, it remains a flagship alpha hop and a utility brewhouse workhorse. Bred for bittering power yet blessed with an unusually expressive oil profile, Green Bullet delivers a very real, traditional hop character: a solid Styrian-style spiciness layered over a deep resinous backbone, with a pine/lemon crispness that carries through the finish. It shines in lagers, bitters, and Irish-style dry stouts, and works beautifully alongside finishing varieties like Fuggle and Willamette.

AROMA PROFILE: PINE, LEMON, RESINOUS, SPICY, FLORAL, SUBTLE DRIED FRUIT.

Batch: 26-354

Alpha: 12.70%

Beta: 6.70%

Kohatu is a dual-purpose NZ hop prized for its bright tropical fruit aroma and exceptionally clean, smooth bitterness. Its fruity character carries from kettle to glass, making it ideal for single-hop brews and a versatile choice for Pale Ales, IPAs, Session IPAs, and Lagers. Use lower rates for refreshing aroma or higher rates for a bigger fruit-driven punch, always with crisp, balanced bitterness.

AROMA PROFILE: TROPICAL FRUIT, CITRUS, PINE, FLORAL

Batch: 26-273

Alpha: 7.70%

Beta: 5.00%

Brings a new world edge to a wide range of styles from traditional pilsners to lighter lagers to big ales. The weight of oil to alpha integrates it fully with higher gravity types to balance both malt sweetness and body. Extremely versatile in the brewery.

Brewer Insights

"Orange sherbet, lemon meringue, big limes. Real plush and vibrant, and it gets 10 for delivering impact".

Jude La Rose - Hop Butcher for the World, Chicago, IL USA.

AROMA PROFILE:  FRUITY, LEMON, LIME, TROPICAL

Typical Analysis

AA: 15.50%

BA: 13.80%

Motueka Cryo Info Sheet

Cryo Hops® pellets are the concentrated lupulin of whole-leaf hops containing resins and aromatic oils. It is designed to provide intense hop flavour and aroma, enabling brewers to efficiently dose large quantities of alpha acids and oils without introducing astringent flavours or vegetative material. Cryo Hops® pellets can be utilised anywhere whole-leaf hops and hop pellets are traditionally applied. 

Dosage rate: We recommend a dosage rate of Cryo Hops pellets of 40-50% of T-90 hop pellets by weight.

CHIEF ADVANTAGES

• Nearly twice the resin content of traditional T-90 hop pellets
• Intense contribution of hop flavour and aroma
• Reduced grassy and vegetal characteristics
• Increased yield through reduced brewhouse trub

Motueka hops from NZ Hops bring a vibrant, lifted citrus character to the brew—fresh lime and lemon zest lead the way, backed by soft tropical fruit and a clean, refreshing finish. 

The balanced bitterness and brilliant aroma make Motueka exceptionally versatile, working beautifully in ales, pale ales, and IPAs, where late additions and dry hopping amplify the zesty citrus and tropical notes. It also shines in Pilsners, Belgian Ales, and Cask Bitter, countering malt sweetness without overpowering the palate.

AROMA PROFILE: LEMON, LIME, TROPICAL FRUIT, CITRUS.

Batch: 25-118

AA: 16.20%

BA: 11.10%

Motueka hops from NZ Hops bring a vibrant, lifted citrus character to the brew—fresh lime and lemon zest lead the way, backed by soft tropical fruit and a clean, refreshing finish.

The balanced bitterness and brilliant aroma make Motueka exceptionally versatile, working beautifully in ales, pale ales, and IPAs, where late additions and dry hopping amplify the zesty citrus and tropical notes. It also shines in Pilsners, Belgian Ales, and Cask Bitter, countering malt sweetness without overpowering the palate.

AROMA PROFILE: LEMON, LIME, TROPICAL FRUIT, CITRUS

Batch: 26-191

Alpha: 8.50% 

Beta: 5.40%

Moutere™ is a bold, dual-purpose hop that delivers a soft, well-structured bitterness alongside a generous weight of oil, making it an exceptional choice for both bittering and aroma additions. Its high alpha acid content and low cohumulone allow brewers to achieve a solid, clean bitterness, while its pungent tropical aromatics and high oil content shine in late additions and dry hopping.

Given its outsized personality, Moutere™ is a big hop for big IPAs, but its tropical flavours are also great for mixed-culture fermentations, wheat beers, and fruited hoppy styles. It works well at any point in the brewing process and balances beautifully with sweet, malty, and fruity beers, making it a versatile standout for brewers seeking intense tropical character.

AROMA PROFILE: GRAPEFRUIT, PASSION FRUIT, TROPICAL, RESINOUS PINE.

Batch: 26-383

Alpha: 15.6%

Beta: 8.6%

Nectaron Cryo

Batch: 24-117

Alpha: 26.4%

Beta: 13.2%

Evoking the unmistakeable aromas of the tropics, Nectaron captures the senses and tantalises the tastebuds, with crafted notes of pineapple, passionfruit, peach and grapefruit. Already proven to add abundant character to styles such as Strong Pale Ales and IPA's, this is a hop that can sing by itself or add an undeniable 'wow' to any brew in the making.

Brewer Insights

"The Nectaron T90 pellets were already pungent, but the Nectaron Cryo is insane. It filled the room with aromas".

Sam Richardson - Other Half Brewing, Brooklyn, NYC, USA.

AROMA PROFILE:  CITRUS, STONE FRUIT, TROPICAL

Nectaron Cryo Info Sheet

Cryo Hops® pellets are the concentrated lupulin of whole-leaf hops containing resins and aromatic oils. It is designed to provide intense hop flavour and aroma, enabling brewers to efficiently dose large quantities of alpha acids and oils without introducing astringent flavours or vegetative material. Cryo Hops® pellets can be utilised anywhere whole-leaf hops and hop pellets are traditionally applied. 

Dosage rate: We recommend a dosage rate of Cryo Hops pellets of 40-50% of T-90 hop pellets by weight.

CHIEF ADVANTAGES

• Nearly twice the resin content of traditional T-90 hop pellets
• Intense contribution of hop flavour and aroma
• Reduced grassy and vegetal characteristics
• Increased yield through reduced brewhouse trub

Nectaron® from NZ Hops is a hop that delivers an intense and distinctive tropical character, making it a standout choice for brewers seeking bold fruit-forward flavours. Its high levels of pineapple, passion fruit, and stone fruit (peach) are complemented by a bright citrus note of grapefruit, creating a layered and expressive aroma that shines in hop-forward beer styles. Nectaron® is best used late in the boil or as a dry hop, where it consistently delivers a high-quality tropical character that has earned it award-winning recognition.

Whether you are brewing a NEIPA, IPA, Pale Ale, or even a Lager, Nectaron® provides an intense mix of distinctive pineapple, stone fruit, and citrus that lends itself perfectly to a wide range of modern beer styles. Its smooth bitterness and exceptional aroma make it a versatile and reliable choice for any brewer looking to add a punch of tropical fruit to their beer.

AROMA PROFILE: PINEAPPLE, PASSION FRUIT, PEACH, GRAPEFRUIT

Batch: 25-117

Alpha: 26.5%

Beta: 11.10%

Nectaron® from NZ Hops is a hop that delivers an intense and distinctive tropical character, making it a standout choice for brewers seeking bold fruit-forward flavours. Its high levels of pineapple, passion fruit, and stone fruit (peach) are complemented by a bright citrus note of grapefruit, creating a layered and expressive aroma that shines in hop-forward beer styles. Nectaron® is best used late in the boil or as a dry hop, where it consistently delivers a high-quality tropical character that has earned it award-winning recognition.

Whether you are brewing a NEIPA, IPA, Pale Ale, or even a Lager, Nectaron® provides an intense mix of distinctive pineapple, stone fruit, and citrus that lends itself perfectly to a wide range of modern beer styles. Its smooth bitterness and exceptional aroma make it a versatile and reliable choice for any brewer looking to add a punch of tropical fruit to their beer.

AROMA PROFILE: PINEAPPLE, PASSION FRUIT, PEACH, GRAPEFRUIT

Batch: 26-057

Alpha: 13.60%

Beta: 6.10%

Nelson Sauvin™ is a dual-purpose hop that delivers a distinctive cool-climate character, best known for its intense white wine “fruitiness,” fresh crushed gooseberry, and bright passionfruit and lychee notes. 

Its bold, punchy profile shines in new-world styles such as American Pale Ales and IPAs, while also working beautifully in aroma-driven lagers and seasonal beers. Use it late in the kettle, in the whirlpool, or as a dry hop to capture its full aromatic potential—brewers seeking a hop that makes a statement will find Nelson Sauvin™ an unforgettable addition.

AROMA PROFILE: GOOSEBERRY, WHITE WINE, PASSIONFRUIT, LYCHEE.

Batch: 25-113

Alpha: 26.1%

Beta: 13.6%

Nelson Sauvin™ is a dual-purpose hop that delivers a distinctive cool-climate character, best known for its intense white wine “fruitiness,” fresh crushed gooseberry, and bright passionfruit and lychee notes.

Its bold, punchy profile shines in new-world styles such as American Pale Ales and IPAs, while also working beautifully in aroma-driven lagers and seasonal beers. Use it late in the kettle, in the whirlpool, or as a dry hop to capture its full aromatic potential—brewers seeking a hop that makes a statement will find Nelson Sauvin™ an unforgettable addition.

AROMA PROFILE: GOOSEBERRY, WHITE WINE, PASSIONFRUIT, LYCHEE.

Batch: 26-220

Alpha: 11.90%

Beta: 6.70%

Pacific Jade™ is a high-alpha, dual-purpose hop that delivers a soft, rounded bitterness, making it excellent for clean bittering in pale ales, IPAs, lagers, and hoppy Belgians. 

Its flavour and aroma really come alive in late additions and dry hopping, offering a bold herbal character with fresh citrus and crushed black pepper, plus a complex spicy, refreshing finish that balances malt sweetness and lifts the overall hop profile.

AROMA PROFILE: HERBAL, FRESH CITRUS, CRUSHED BLACK PEPPER, SPICY.

Batch: 26-270

Alpha: 15.40%

Beta: 8.70%

Southern Cross is a New Zealand dual-purpose hop with zesty lime, lemon peel, pine, and notes of tropical fruit. Its high oil content and low cohumulone deliver a smooth bitterness, while late additions and dry hopping unlock layers of fruitiness. Excellent in NZ pilsners, pale ales, IPA's and dry-hopped lagers, it shines solo or blended.

It has a high thiol precursor load and distinctive apricot-leaning ester, 2-methylbutyl isobutyrate (2MIB). This combination makes Southern Cross a powerful promoter hop—when paired with varieties like Nelson Sauvin and Motueka, it amplifies stone fruit and tropical character through biotransformation. Use it to boost complexity and lift aroma in any hop-forward beer.

AROMA PROFILE: LEMON PEEL, LIME, PINE.

Batch: 26-368

Alpha: 13.60%

Beta: 6.00%

NZH-101 is a triploid selection crossed in 2012 through our partnership programme with Plant & Food Research. NZH-101 is derived from a cross between Cascade and a NZ derived tetraploid male with both North American and European ancestry. NZH-101 and the recent released cultivar Superdelic™ are half siblings with a common NZ male tetraploid parent. NZH-101 is a late maturing selection, with a high yield potential and selected for advanced trials based on its outstanding flavour and aroma in pilot brewing, which have demonstrated citrus, tropical and stone fruit characters.

Technical Details

• Batch No:24-272
• Alpha Acids: 10.3%.
• Beta Acids: 5.1%.
• Cohumulone content 34-39%.
• Total Oil Content 1.5-2.3mL/100g.

SENSORY ATTRIBUTES: CITRUS | TROPICAL FRUIT | STONE FRUIT

Brewing Trials:

NZH-101 is under trial across the Programme in The United States, Australia, New Zealand, the UK & EU.

NZH-104 is a triploid selection crossed in 2009 through our partnership programme with Plant & Food Research. NZH-104 is derived from a cross of a New Zealand bred tetraploid mother which has both North American and European ancestry. NZH-104’s male parent has been used extensively in Plant & Food Research crosses as it produces high performing (female) progeny. It is a medium to late maturing selection, with a good yield potential and entered the advanced grower trials based on its outstanding flavour and aroma in pilot brewed beers. NZH-104 has shown sweet stone and tropical fruit characters, along with pine notes.

Technical Details 

• Batch No: 24-273
• Alpha Acids: 12.2%
• Beta Acids: 3.7%
• Cohumulone content 29 - 35%
• Total Oil Content 1.5-2mL/100g

SENSORY ATTRIBUTES: STONE FRUIT | PINE | TROPICAL FRUIT

NZH-105 is a triploid selection crossed in 2006 through our partnership program with Plant & Food Research. NZH-105 is derived from a cross of a New Zealand bred mother with Late Cluster and Fuggle ancestry and a father, which has been used extensively for deriving good progeny. It is a late maturing selection, with a good yield potential and was entered into advanced grower trials based on its citrus, dried fruit and considerable woody and piney undertones when used in pilot brews.

Technical Details:

• Batch No: 24-277
• Alpha Acids 12.9%
• Beta Acids 4.7%
• Cohumulone content 25-30%
• Total Oil Content 1.7-2.5mL/100g

SENSORY ATTRIBUTES: CITRUS | WOODY / PINE | DRIED FRUIT

Pacifica™ from NZ Hops is a noble-style aroma hop with Hallertauer Mittelfrüher heritage, prized for its refined Old World character and bright New Zealand lift. It delivers a smooth, rounded bitterness and a layered aroma of sweet orange, citrus zest, orange marmalade, floral blossom, spicy dried fruit, new-mown hay, honey, and gentle herbal, resinous Hallertau notes, with a soft peppery spice in the finish. Versatile and elegant, it shines in lagers, pilsners, wheat beers, Belgian ales, and pale ales, adding subtle complexity without overpowering malt.

AROMA PROFILE: ORANGE, CITRUS, FLORAL, SPICE, HONEY, HAY.

Batch: 26-020

Alpha: 5.30%

Beta: 6.80%

Rakau is a standout dual-purpose hop from New Zealand, delivering a bold, fruit-forward character dominated by fresh stone fruit and apricot. Its aroma and flavour are rich and expressive, with fig and lemongrass adding depth and complexity. With excellent bittering qualities and strong aromatic presence, Rakau performs beautifully in late kettle additions and dry hopping, where its fruity character shines without overwhelming the beer.

Rakau is used in Garage Projects Pernicious Weed in combination with Nelson Sauvin.

AROMA PROFILE: APRICOT, STONE FRUIT, FIG, RESINOUS, CITRUS

Batch: 25-256

Alpha: 10.90%

Beta: 4.00%

Riwaka™ is a bold, fruit-forward New Zealand hop that delivers a powerful citrus and tropical punch. Its assertive grapefruit and lime character, layered with passionfruit, makes it a standout choice for brewers looking to add a vivid, aromatic lift to their beer. With its high oil content, Riwaka™ shines in late kettle additions and whirlpool or dry-hop applications, where its intense aroma carries straight through to the glass. It is an excellent fit for IPA, Imperial IPA, and other hop-forward styles, and pairs beautifully with North American varieties when you want to amplify citrus and tropical flavours.

AROMA PROFILE: GRAPEFRUIT, PASSION FRUIT, TROPICAL, LIME.

AA: 15.60%

BA: 14.40%

Riwaka™ is a bold, fruit-forward New Zealand hop that delivers a powerful citrus and tropical punch. Its assertive grapefruit and lime character, layered with passionfruit, makes it a standout choice for brewers looking to add a vivid, aromatic lift to their beer. With its high oil content, Riwaka™ shines in late kettle additions and whirlpool or dry-hop applications, where its intense aroma carries straight through to the glass. It is an excellent fit for IPA, Imperial IPA, and other hop-forward styles, and pairs beautifully with North American varieties when you want to amplify citrus and tropical flavours.

AROMA PROFILE: GRAPEFRUIT, PASSION FRUIT, TROPICAL, LIME.

Batch: 25-115

Alpha: 12.50%

Beta: 11.00%

Riwaka™ is a bold, fruit-forward New Zealand hop that delivers a powerful citrus and tropical punch. Its assertive grapefruit and lime character, layered with passionfruit, makes it a standout choice for brewers looking to add a vivid, aromatic lift to their beer. With its high oil content, Riwaka™ shines in late kettle additions and whirlpool or dry-hop applications, where its intense aroma carries straight through to the glass. It is an excellent fit for IPA, Imperial IPA, and other hop-forward styles, and pairs beautifully with North American varieties when you want to amplify citrus and tropical flavours.

AROMA PROFILE: GRAPEFRUIT, PASSIONFRUIT, TROPICAL, LIME.

Batch: 26-424

Alpha: 5.50%

Beta: 4.50%

Superdelic™ from NZ Hops is a juicy, expressive New Zealand aroma hop that delivers a playful burst of red fruit and candy-like sweetness, lifted by bright citrus and tropical notes.

 It shines in hazy IPAs, NEIPAs, pale ales, and other hop-forward styles, where its vibrant aroma and high oil content work beautifully in both whirlpool and dry-hop additions.

Dry hop during active fermentation to unlock its biotransformation potential, or add it later for a cleaner, punchier hop character. It pairs especially well with Citra, Mosaic, Nelson Sauvin, Motueka, and Riwaka.

AROMA PROFILE: RED FRUIT, CANDY/LOLLY, CITRUS, TROPICAL FRUIT.

Batch: 25-114

Alpha: 23.4%

Beta: 8.50%

Superdelic™ from NZ Hops is a juicy, expressive New Zealand aroma hop that delivers a playful burst of red fruit and candy-like sweetness, lifted by bright citrus and tropical notes.

 It shines in hazy IPAs, NEIPAs, pale ales, and other hop-forward styles, where its vibrant aroma and high oil content work beautifully in both whirlpool and dry-hop additions.

Dry hop during active fermentation to unlock its biotransformation potential, or add it later for a cleaner, punchier hop character. It pairs especially well with Citra, Mosaic, Nelson Sauvin, Motueka, and Riwaka.

AROMA PROFILE: RED FRUIT, CANDY/LOLLY, CITRUS, TROPICAL FRUIT.

Batch: 26-366

Alpha: 8.90%

Beta: 3.70%

Taiheke® is a vibrant New Zealand hop variety originally derived from American Cascade, but has developed a distinctly bold identity through New Zealand’s unique terroir. Released by NZ Hops Ltd, this dual-purpose hop is prized for its remarkable citrus character that leans into tropical fruit, making it a standout choice for "new world" pale ales and refreshing summer styles.

Its fruit-forward oil profile shines when used as a single variety across multiple kettle additions, or as a late addition and dry hop to amplify its bright, clean bitterness.

AROMA PROFILE: GRAPEFRUIT, LIME, TROPICAL FRUIT, SUBTLE FLORAL & PINE.

Batch: 26-381

Alpha: 7.70%

Beta: 5.90%

Waimea™ is a big alpha hop that carries an even bigger weight of oils, delivering an outsized, assertive character packed with fresh tangerine, tangelo, and grapefruit alongside clean pine needle notes.

Its genuine dual-purpose capability means it performs beautifully from early kettle additions right through to dry hopping, providing quality bitterness and vivid citrus aroma. Reach for Waimea™ when you want a bold, resinous hop presence in big IPAs, hoppy lagers, pale ales, and Imperial-style beers — a great finisher that lets its citrus-pine punch take centre stage.

AROMA PROFILE: CITRUS, STONE FRUIT, SWEET AROMATIC, TROPICAL

Batch: 26-326

Alpha: 17.30%

Beta: 7.40%

Wakatu™ is a remarkably versatile dual-purpose hop that brings a heady mix of floral and citrus characteristics to any brew. Its standout feature is a vibrant, fresh citrus aroma reminiscent of freshly zested lime peel, which carries through beautifully from the kettle to the finished beer. This balanced profile makes it an excellent choice for a wide range of styles, from adding a refreshing twist to a crisp lager to providing a complex, aromatic backbone in bigger ales.

AROMA PROFILE: LIME ZEST, FLORAL, CITRUS, TROPICAL FRUIT, GRASSY, WOODY.

Batch: 26-024

Alpha: 8.2%

Beta: 8%