Topaz Hops - Australian Grown T-90 Pellets
Topaz Hops for Lychee, Passion Fruit, and Bold Australian Character
Topaz is an Australian grown hop offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and known for pairing strong bittering potential with a more distinctive late-hop profile than many classic high-alpha varieties. Brewers often choose it when they want tropical fruit character like lychee and passion fruit, but also appreciate the resinous and spicy edge that gives Topaz more backbone. Lot-specific flavor and aroma notes may include Clove.
That combination makes Topaz especially useful in beers where the hop bill should feel bold and high-impact without becoming one-dimensional. It can contribute both structure and aroma, whether used as a lead hop or as part of a more layered blend.
Flavor and Brewing Character
Topaz is known for lychee, passion fruit, resin, spice, grassy notes, and light pine character. It tends to feel bold and assertive rather than soft, which makes it especially useful in beers where brewers want tropical notes but still need a firmer hop presence.
In the brewhouse, Topaz works well for bittering, late-boil additions, whirlpool use, and dry hopping. It fits naturally in IPA, pale ale, bitter, and amber ale where brewers want a hop profile with both fruit character and structure.
Why Brewers Choose Topaz
Brewers often choose Topaz because it brings an Australian accent to hop-forward beers without losing the utility of a strong dual-purpose variety. It is a strong option when the goal is to add tropical brightness, resinous depth, and reliable bittering from one hop.
Hop Specifications
- Origin: Australia
- Hop form: T-90 Pellets
- Alpha acid: 13.7% - 20.1%
- Beta acid: 4.9% - 7.9%
- Total oils: 1.3 - 2.2 mL/100g
- Typical beer styles: IPA, pale ale, bitter, and amber ale
Packaging and Storage
Available in 1 oz and 1 lb sizes unless otherwise noted. Store cold after opening and keep oxygen exposure low to help preserve hop oils, aroma intensity, and brewing performance.