OUR HOPS
We grow nine distinctive New Zealand hop varieties, from well-loved classics to sought-after aromatic varieties. Each brings its own unique combination of aroma, flavour and brewing character.
9 varieties
Independent family farm
Grown & processed on farm
HOP VARIETIES
Motueka™ | Nelson Sauvin™ | New Zealand Cascade™ | Pacifica™ | Rakau™ | Wakatu™ | Riwaka™ | New Zealand Chinook™ | Pacific Gem™
Available through selected distributors in Europe and North America:
Europe: PikNZell | US: Hop Alliance
Motueka™
| aroma and bitter |
A favourite among brewers and beer drinkers, with vibrant tropical fruit and refreshing citrus notes.
Alpha : 6.5-8.5%
Beta : 5-6%
Nelson Sauvin™
| aroma and bitter |
Perhaps New Zealand’s most famous hop variety, with smooth bittering characteristics and rich fruity, gooseberry and white wine notes that make it truly unique.
Alpha : 12-15%
Beta : 5-8%
New Zealand Cascade™
| aroma and bitter |
A versatile dual-purpose hop, with spicy citrus aromas and refreshing hints of grapefruit.
Alpha : 7-9.5%
Beta : 5-6%
Pacifica™
| aroma and bitter |
Aromatic and floral, with distinctive spicy notes and bright citrus character reminiscent of orange marmalade when used late in the boil.
Alpha : 5.5-7%
Beta : 6-7%
Rakau™
| aroma and bitter |
Aromatic stone fruit and bright grapefruit notes, balanced with excellent bittering qualities.
Alpha : 9.5-15%
Beta : 6-8%
Wakatu™
A distinctive floral aroma with pungent fresh lime, offering dual-purpose versatility for use at any stage of the boil or as a dry hop, with impressive flavour stability.
Alpha : 7.5-9.5%
Beta : 8-9%
| aroma and bitter |
Riwaka™
A darling of the New Zealand craft beer scene, bringing a tropical fruit salad of guava, mango and ripe pineapple to the brew.
Alpha : 4.5-6.5%
Beta : 4-5%
NZ Chinook™
| aroma and bitter |
A New Zealand take on an American classic, with aromatic notes of grapefruit, pine needles and spices.
Alpha : 14-15%
Beta : 4-5%
| aroma |
Pacific Gem™
Our strongest alpha and beta acid variety, with gentian, bitter citrus and earthy aromatic notes. While ideal for early bittering additions, it truly shines when added late in the brew, revealing a smooth flavour and delicate aroma with distinct notes of oak and blackberry.
Alpha : 20.5-21.5%
Beta : 10-11%
GROWN IN THE MOTUEKA VALLEY
| aroma and bitter |
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