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Package of Mount Rainier Pellet Hops packaged in a UV and O2 barrier Mylar bag which has been vacuum sealed for the best preservation of your brewing hops.
Mount Rainier
A/A: 7.5%
United States
Dual Purpose
1 oz. Pellet Hops
Ingredients: Hops

Mount Rainier Hops - U.S. Grown T-90 Pellets

by SoCal Brewing Supply
$2.59 - $19.99
$2.59
$2.59 - $19.99
$2.59

Mount Rainier Hops for Floral Citrus, Herbal Notes, and Clean Balance

Mount Rainier is a United States grown hop offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and valued for a profile that balances floral, citrus, and herbal notes without becoming harsh or overly aggressive. It is a versatile hop that gives brewers more aroma character than traditional noble varieties while still staying approachable and clean. Lot-specific flavor and aroma notes may include Licorice.

That mix of versatility and restraint makes Mount Rainier useful across a wide range of recipes. It can support lighter lagers and pilsners, but it is also at home in pale ales and other balanced beers where the hop character should be noticeable without taking over the glass.

Flavor and Brewing Character

Mount Rainier is known for floral, citrus, and herbal character, often backed by mild spice and a soft peppery edge. It tends to present as bright and polished rather than loud, which helps it remain flexible in both traditional and modern brewing contexts.

In the brewhouse, Mount Rainier works well for clean bittering, late-boil flavor additions, whirlpool use, and moderate dry hopping. It fits naturally in lager, pilsner, pale ale, blonde ale, wheat beer, and similar styles where a more refined hop profile is desirable.

Why Brewers Choose Mount Rainier

Brewers often choose Mount Rainier because it offers a broad-use hop profile with enough citrus and aroma interest to lift a beer, but not so much intensity that it forces the recipe in one direction. It is a strong option when balance, flexibility, and drinkability matter.

Hop Specifications

  • Origin: United States
  • Hop form: T-90 Pellets
  • Alpha acid: 5.0% - 8.0%
  • Beta acid: 5.0% - 7.0%
  • Total oils: 0.8 - 1.5 mL/100g
  • Typical beer styles: Lager, pilsner, pale ale, blonde ale, wheat beer, and other balanced hop-forward beers

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 aroma and freshness.