NZH-214 Hops Blend - New Zealand Grown T-90 Pellets
NZH-214 Hops Blend for Papaya, Apricot, and Juicy New Zealand Fruit Character
NZH-214 is a New Zealand grown hop blend offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and aimed at brewers looking for modern fruit-forward expression. It is useful when the goal is a softer juicy profile built around tropical and stone-fruit notes rather than sharp bitterness or old-world spice.
Because it is a blend, NZH-214 is especially practical in recipes where broad fruit impact matters more than single-variety identity. It can add expressive late-hop character on its own or support other New Zealand and modern American varieties in a larger hop bill.
Flavor and Brewing Character
NZH-214 is known for papaya, apricot, and passionfruit character, often backed by mango and peach-like fruit notes. It tends to read juicy and rounded, which makes it a natural fit for beers built around aroma, softness, and modern hop expression.
In the brewhouse, NZH-214 works well in late-boil additions, whirlpool charges, and dry hopping. It fits naturally in hazy IPA, juicy pale ale, dry-hopped lager, and other modern hop-forward beers where brewers want layered tropical fruit character.
Why Brewers Choose NZH-214
Brewers often choose NZH-214 because it brings a broad, approachable New Zealand fruit profile without needing a complicated blend strategy. It is a strong option when the goal is to build juicy hop character with tropical depth and drinkable balance.
Hop Specifications
- Origin: New Zealand
- Hop form: T-90 Pellets
- Alpha acid: 5.0% - 8.0%
- Beta acid: 4.0% - 6.0%
- Total oils: 1.7 mL/100g
- Typical beer styles: Hazy IPA, juicy pale ale, dry-hopped lager, and other modern fruit-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 tropical aroma and brewing quality.