MOUNT HOOD, Pellets T90
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Mount Hood is a classic American hop, revered for its delicate aroma and subtle yet impactful flavour characteristics. Inspired by traditional European varieties, it bridges the gap between the old and the new, offering brewers versatility across a broad spectrum of beer styles.
- Flavour Profile: Mount Hood brings mild floral, herbal, and spicy notes, accompanied by a touch of soft citrus, making it a well-rounded option for enhancing both the aroma and flavour of a brew.
- Beer Styles: Ideal for lagers, pilsners, and ales, particularly those inspired by European traditions. Its subtle characteristics also make it suitable for wheat beers and Kölsch-style ales.
- Alpha Acids: 3.0–6.0%
- How to Use Mount Hood: Aroma hop, bittering hop, and dry hop. Its versatility allows it to be introduced at various stages of brewing, whether to provide a refined bitterness or to highlight delicate aromatics.
Description
What is Mount Hood?
Mount Hood is an American-bred hop, developed as a descendant of Hallertau Mittelfrüh. Its lineage is evident in its traditional herbal and floral profile, yet it is uniquely adapted to the robust growing conditions of the United States. Known for its clean and balanced attributes, Mount Hood has become a staple among craft and commercial brewers alike.
How to Use Mount Hood
- Bitter Hop: While its alpha acids are moderate, Mount Hood can deliver a subtle and refined bitterness when used early in the boil. This makes it ideal for beers where balance is key.
- Aroma Hop: Mount Hood shines in the aroma stage, imparting mild floral and earthy tones that evoke European elegance.
- Dry Hop: When dry-hopped, Mount Hood brings a gentle complexity, enhancing a brew’s bouquet without overpowering it.
Flavour Profile
Mount Hood’s flavour is characterised by floral, herbal, and mild spice notes, with a touch of citrus. Its restrained yet aromatic profile makes it a natural choice for brewers aiming for subtlety.
Combining with Other Hops
Mount Hood blends seamlessly with noble hop varieties like Hallertau or Tettnanger, as well as with complementary American hops for layered complexity. Its neutral bitterness and delicate aroma serve as a perfect foundation.
Benefits of Mount Hood
Mount Hood is prized for its versatility and consistency. Its balanced characteristics make it suitable for a wide array of beer styles while maintaining a steady performance across different brewing processes.
Substituting Mount Hood
- How can this hop be substituted?: Mount Hood can often replace noble hops like Hallertau Mittelfrüh or Tettnanger without compromising the brew’s character.
- Mount Hood as a substitute: It serves as an excellent alternative when European hops are unavailable, offering similar traits with added durability in American conditions.
History
Developed in the 1980s by the United States Department of Agriculture, Mount Hood was bred as a domestic alternative to German noble hops. Its robust profile and adaptability have made it a cornerstone of American craft brewing.
Key Features
Origin: USA
FLAVOUR PROFILE:
- Floral
- Herbal
- Mild spice
- Citrus
HOP STATISTICS:
ACID COMPONENTS
Alpha Acids 3 – 6% w/w
Beta Acids 5.0 – 7.5% w/w
Cohumulone 22 - 23% of alpha acids
OIL COMPONENTS
Total Oil 1.0 – 1.3 mls/100 grams
Caryophyllene 7 - 10% of whole oil
Farnesene <1% of whole oil
Humulene 15 - 25% of whole oil
Myrcene 55 - 65% of whole oil
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