Lychee notes refer to the subtle, fruity flavors reminiscent of the tropical lychee fruit, which boasts a delicate balance of sweetness and tartness. These flavors can enhance the overall character of certain beer styles, particularly when paired with complementary hop profiles. Lychee notes are desirable in beer styles such as IPAs, Pale Ales, and Saisons. In IPAs and Pale Ales, the lychee's sweet and tart flavors complement the hoppy, citrusy character, adding complexity and depth. In Saisons, the fruity lychee notes can provide a refreshing contrast to the beer's spicy, earthy undertones.
Citra hops are developed by the Hop Breeding Company from crossing Hallertauer Mittelfrüh and a father derived from U.S. Tettnang. They were first released in 2008 and are typically used as a dual-purpose hop, meaning they can be used for both bittering and aroma in beer production.
Citra hops owe their name to the distinct, fruit-forward citrus characteristics they bring …
Topaz hops, a product of Australian breeding, were originally selected as a high alpha-acid hop for the production of extract. The hop was bred from an existing Australian high alpha acid variety crossed with pollen from a Wye college male. It was created by the Hop Products Australia (HPA) breeding program in 1985 and commercialized in 1997. However, it did …