Mount Hood Organic Hops - 1KG

Developed in the United States as a cross bred from Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Mount Hood is a "noble" type aroma hop cultivated here under strict organic farming standards. Presented in a professional 1KG format, it is highly favored by brewers for its smooth, clean, and delicately herbal profile. Its low alpha acid content makes it a premium organic choice for delivering elegance and refinement to German-inspired and classic American beer styles.

Why choose this product ?

• Organic Certification: Grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers, in perfect compliance with all organic regulatory standards.
• Aroma Refinement: Features a herbal, floral, and slightly spicy profile that perfectly mimics traditional European noble hops.
• Adapted Pro Format: The 1KG packaging ensures optimal usage flexibility for micro-breweries and integrates flawlessly into organic beer recipes.

Technical specifications

• Variety: Mount Hood
• Format: Pellets
• Packaging: 1KG (Hermetic pouch)
• Certification: Certified organic farming
• Usage: Aroma
• Aroma profile: Herbal, floral, spicy, light woody notes
• Preferred beer styles: Organic Lager, Pilsner, Wheat Beer, Bock, Altbier, Helles
• Possible substitutes: Organic Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Hersbrucker, Liberty

Rolling Beers Tips

• Maximizing essential oils: Add the Organic Mount Hood at the end of the boil (between 5 and 0 minutes) or directly during the whirlpool to capture its highly volatile floral and herbal notes.
• Single Hop application: This is a fantastic variety for brewing an American-style organic wheat beer or a modern monohop Helles, highlighting its noble European heritage.
• Storage: To preserve the integrity of its low alpha acids and fragile aromatic profile, always store the tightly sealed pouch in cold storage between 0°C and 5°C.

Technical FAQ

Can I use Organic Mount Hood for bittering?
While possible, its low alpha acid concentration makes using it as a primary bittering agent uneconomical. It is highly recommended to reserve this variety for late aroma additions.

Is this hop suitable for certifying my commercial beer as organic?
Yes, because this hop is certified from organic farming, it integrates perfectly into your ingredient list for recipe validation with your local organic certification body.