Mandarin notes refer to the distinct citrus flavors, specifically tangerine or mandarin orange, imparted by certain hop varieties in beer. These notes are desirable in beer styles where fruity, citrus characteristics complement the overall profile, such as IPAs, Pale Ales, and American Wheat Ales. Hops like Mandarina Bavaria, Citra, and Mosaic are known to contribute these mandarin qualities. Mandarin notes can add complexity, freshness, and a zesty dimension to a beer, making them sought-after in many craft brews for their unique flavor profile.
Wai-iti hops are a relatively new variety, developed by New Zealand Plant and Food Research and released from the New Zealand Hop breeding Programme in 2011. This hop is a granddaughter of the USDA developed Liberty, and is a triploid hop derived from 1/3rd Hallertau Mittelfrüh. It was selected for its low alpha acid and high oils content, which …
Originating from a breeding program by Hop Products Australia, Eclipse has roots that trace back to 1915, with subsequent generations of cross-pollination featuring renowned varieties such as Fuggle, Brewer’s Gold, Comet, and Pride of Ringwood, adapted to the Australian environment. This hop is celebrated for its fruit-forward flavors, predominantly imparting notes of sweet mandarin, zesty citrus peel, …