VarietyUse in BrewingAverage Alpha Acid LevelComments
Brewer's GoldBittering7%-9%A traditional Ale Hop. It is a sister strain of Bullion, and can be used interchangeably.
British BlendBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing8%-9%It is strong in bittering power, but it has a pleasantly spicey aroma. It is a blend of newer British hops: Northdown, Challenger, and Target.
BullionBittering7%-9%A multi-purpose bittering hop with poor aroma. Uses include stouts, porters, and other strong ales.
CascadeBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing4.5%-6%Mild hop with a strong and pleasant aroma. It has a mild citrus character. It is a very versatile hop useful in multiple styles.
Centennial/ CFJ-90Bittering, Flavoring, and Finishing7%-12%It is considered a "supercharged" Cascade. It is a great aromatic hop with strong citrusy notes. It is a newer breed delveloped in the 1980's.
ChallengerBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing6%-8%A newer british variaty similar to Goldings, though typically stronger. It is rare.
ChinhookBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing11%-13%A Nothern Brewer hybrid with strong bittering and potent aromatic qualities.
ClusterBittering6%-8%It is a popular bittering hop. It is used commonly in lagers. It has a very poor oil and aromatic content.
EroicaBittering11%-12%It a very pungent and bitter hop. Be careful not to overuse.
FugglesBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing3%-5.5%A very traditional British bittering and aromatic hop. It is a very mild hop, but well balanced.
GalenaBittering11%-13%It is a very bitter and pungent hop. Popular bittering hop. Considered stronger than Eroica.
GoldingsBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing4.5%-5.5%Traditional British hop used in ales for Bittering and aromatics.
Green BulletBittering9%-11%A very bitter hop originating in New Zealand.
HallertauerBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing4%-6%A medium bitter, very spicey hop. Used as a staple in German beers. US and German varieties differ distinctly.
HullerBittering, and Finishing4%-6%Quality aroma and bittering hop.
Kent GoldingsBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing4%-6%Mild bittering hop with very pleasant tangy acidity. Great used in pale ales and bitters.
Mt. HoodBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing5%-7%Excellent aroma, a breed very similar to Hallertau.
NorthdownBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing6%-9%Excellent bitter, flavor, and aroma. Can be used as a replacement for Fuggles.
Northern BrewerBittering7%-9%A strong bittering hop. Used well in heavier beers.
NuggetBittering, and Finishing11%-13%A very bitter hop with a nicely refined aroma.
PerleBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing6%-8%An excellent bittering hop with a great aroma. It is similar to a cross between Hallertau and Northern Brewer.
Pride of RingwoodBittering7%-10%Pungent Bittering Hop.
SaazBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing4%-6%Traditional Pilsner hop. The hop in Pilner Urquell. Spicey flavor and Excellent aroma.
SpaltBittering, and Finishing5.5%-7.5%Traditional German hop. Used for Bittering and aroma.
StickelbractBittering9%-11%A very bitter hop from New Zealand.
Styrian GoldingsBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing5.5%-7%A good British ale hop. Nice aroma and spicey flavor.
Super StyrianBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing7%-9%A very potient hop with a great flavor and aroma.
TettnangerFlavoring, and Finishing4%-6%A very floral, spicy, and slightly sweet hop. Used best in lagers.
WillametteBittering, Flavoring, and Finishing5%-6.5%Developd as a seedless fuggles. Excellent aroma.





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