Hops with Cucumber Flavor

Cucumber flavor is a unique and refreshing addition to many beer styles. It adds a light and crisp taste that can be found in both ales and lagers. Cucumber hops are most desirable in lighter beers such as pale ales, pilsners, wheat beers, and saisons. The cucumber flavor helps to balance out the bitterness of the hops while adding a subtle sweetness and herbal aroma. This makes it a great choice for those looking to add a unique twist to their brews.

Other descriptors going with Cucumber:

Pekko Hops

Recipes:
659
Purpose:
Bittering
Alpha:
Super High
Origin:
🇺🇸 United States
Artistic drawing of hop cones

Pekko hops, named after the Finnish God of Field and Crops, are a unique variety bred by the American Dwarf Hop Association. This dual-purpose hop is known for its high alpha acid and an intriguing mix of flavors. Pekko's lineage includes an open pollinated male with ADHA 538 as the female, and it is cultivated in the United States. …

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