{"title":"Floral \u0026 Herbal","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelicate, aromatic hops with notes of rose, lavender, fresh herbs, and green tea. Elegant additions to Pale Ales, Saisons, Wheat beers, and any style where subtlety and aroma are the focus.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cascade-hops","title":"Cascade","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCitrus-forward (grapefruit), noticeable floral and pine, subtle herbal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Lives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical \u0026amp; Citrus (primary residence)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral \u0026amp; Herbal (spends winters there)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiney \u0026amp; Dank (frequently see on the block)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorytime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCascade starred in the American Pale Ale creation story in the mid 1970s. Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is a case study of cascade, and, being its sole hop, displays considerable complexion in flavor and aroma if you think about it. Still one of the most popular and versatile hops in the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha Acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 – 8.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 – 1.5 mL\/100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States (most likely grown in Oregon\/Washington)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pellet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Substitutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centennial, Amarillo (in some recipes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/hopsteiner.us\/variety-data-sheets\/Cascade\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMore tech specs here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be a main feature or supporting hop. Routinely used in most American beer styles. When combined with other hops or in more complex beers like barleywine or stout, the delicate citrus note can drop quickly - and as a supporting hop may drift into part of the beers complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for: Late boil, whirlpool, and dry hopping. Typical rates: 0.5–2 oz per 5 gal for flavor\/aroma, 3–6+ oz for heavy dry hopping. Brew day tip: Add at flameout or whirlpool to keep the bright citrus and floral notes. Dry hop late in fermentation for maximum aroma. Plays well with Centennial, Chinook, and Citra.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42565839552597,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/cascade-hops-pale-ale-brewery-patio.jpg?v=1780517903"},{"product_id":"columbus-ctz-hops","title":"Columbus - CTZ","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpicy and herbal up front, characterized by pepper (spice) and onion (earthy). Some undertones of citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Lives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpicy \u0026amp; Earthy (primary home)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral \u0026amp; Herbal (strong supporting role)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorytime\u003c\/strong\u003e Columbus is part of the famous “CTZ” group (Columbus, Tomahawk, Zeus) — three names for the same high-alpha hop. Released in the 1990s, it's frequently used in west coast IPAs, barleywines, and imperial stouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha Acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 – 18%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0 – 3.0 mL\/100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pellet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Substitutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinook, Nugget, Warrior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hopsteiner.us\/variety-data-sheets\/Columbus---Tomahawk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMore tech specs here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eColumbus is a true dual-purpose hop - excellent for both bittering and aroma. Late additions bring spicy and herbal notes. It shines in bigger, bolder beers where more delicate hops tend to disappear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDry hopping rates have increased in recent years. 2–4 oz total in 5 gallons is a common range for solid impact. Some people push higher in very hop-forward beers, but it can get quite dank and resinous quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBest for: Bittering, late boil, whirlpool, and dry hopping. Brew day tip: Use early in the boil for clean bitterness, or late\/whirlpool\/dry hop if you want the spicy and herbal character to come through. Plays well with Chinook, Simcoe, and Citra.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42571721998421,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/columbus-ctz-hops-deep-golden-ale-dark-table.jpg?v=1780611298"},{"product_id":"nelson-sauvin-hops","title":"Nelson Sauvin","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFamous for its distinct white wine character with tropical fruit. Often described as floral and herbal, and sometimes a \"catty\" note that can be intense for some drinkers - more below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Lives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical \u0026amp; Citrus (primary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral \u0026amp; Herbal (secondary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorytime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNelson Sauvin comes from the Nelson region of New Zealand and was released in 2000. It was named after Sauvignon Blanc because of its distinctive white wine aroma. It brings a bright, almost vinous quality with passionfruit and grapefruit notes that stands out from most other hops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha Acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 – 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 – 1.5 mL\/100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pellet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Substitutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motueka or Hallertau Blanc (in some recipes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hopsteiner.us\/variety-data-sheets\/Nelson-Sauvin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMore tech specs here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does catty mean? S\u003c\/em\u003eome people get a bright but slightly funky, green, or cat pee edge alongside the white wine and tropical fruit. It’s not always super strong, but can be perceived as intense for some drinkers. Thank a sulfur compound called 4-MMP (4-mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone). Regardless, this hop is cherished!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNelson Sauvin works for both bittering and aroma, but it really shines in late boil, whirlpool, and dry hopping. It adds a bright, wine-like tropical character that can make a beer feel more complex. Because it’s pretty distinctive, many brewers use it as a supporting hop rather than the main one - it pairs especially well with fruitier hops like Citra or Galaxy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOn the dry hop side, 1.5–3.5 oz total in 5 gallons is usually enough. It’s potent, so going too heavy can make the beer feel sharp or one-dimensional. It tends to work best when it has other hops to play with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBest for: Late boil, whirlpool, and dry hopping. Brew day tip: Use it alongside Citra, Mosaic, or Galaxy if you want to add a bright, slightly winey edge to a juicy IPA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42574341177429,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/nelson-sauvin-pale-ale-vineyard.jpg?v=1780697193"},{"product_id":"motueka-hops","title":"Motueka","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBright lime and citrus up front, with light tropical and herbal notes underneath. Mojito-like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Lives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical \u0026amp; Citrus (primary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral \u0026amp; Herbal (secondary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorytime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMotueka is a New Zealand hop named after the Motueka region where it’s grown. It’s known for its very bright, zesty lime character with floral and herbal undertones. While it doesn’t have the same massive tropical punch as hops like Citra or Galaxy, it brings a clean citrus quality that works especially well in both IPAs and lighter beer styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha Acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 – 8.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 – 1.2 mL\/100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pellet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Substitutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saaz or Hallertau Blanc (in some recipes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hopsteiner.us\/variety-data-sheets\/Motueka\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMore tech specs here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMotueka is mostly used for aroma. It performs best in late boil, whirlpool, and dry hopping, where it delivers that bright lime and citrus character. It’s not as loud or complex as some of the bigger tropical hops, which makes it easier to work with in a lot of recipes. It plays well with other hops and doesn’t tend to overpower them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOn the dry hop side, 2–4 oz total in 5 gallons is a common range. You can push a bit higher if you want more intensity, but it usually stays cleanest when you don’t go too heavy. It works especially well in beers where you want noticeable citrus without a ton of sweetness or resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBest for: Late boil, whirlpool, and dry hopping. Brew day tip: It pairs nicely with Nelson Sauvin, Citra, or Mosaic if you want to build bright, layered citrus character.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42574352449621,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/motueka-hops-hazy-beer-dark-table.jpg?v=1780698534"}],"url":"https:\/\/doubledank.beer\/collections\/hops-floral-herbal.oembed","provider":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}