Willow Creek Hops – U.S. Grown T-90 Pellets

Willow Creek Hops for Pineapple, Citrus, and Distinctive Neomexicanus Character

Willow Creek is a United States grown hop offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and known as part of the Neomexicanus family of American hops. Brewers often choose it when they want a profile that leans tropical and citrusy, but with a slightly different shape than more common commercial varieties.

That difference is what makes Willow Creek interesting. It can add pineapple-driven fruit character and a lighter citrus edge while still feeling a little wilder and less conventional than standard modern hop choices.

Flavor and Brewing Character

Willow Creek is known for pineapple, lemon-lime citrus, and mild fruit character. It tends to feel bright and refreshing rather than resin-heavy, which makes it especially useful in beers where brewers want tropical lift with a cleaner, more understated overall impression.

In the brewhouse, Willow Creek works well for aroma additions, whirlpool use, dry hopping, and balanced bittering applications. It fits naturally in IPA, pale ale, wild ale, and saison where brewers want a fruit-forward hop profile with a little more individuality than mainstream tropical hops provide.

Why Brewers Choose Willow Creek

Brewers often choose Willow Creek because it offers a distinctive hop expression tied to the Neomexicanus lineage, giving recipes a profile that feels familiar enough to use easily but different enough to stand out. It is a strong option when the goal is to add pineapple and citrus character with a less conventional American hop signature.

Hop Specifications

• Origin: United States
• Hop form: T-90 Pellets
• Alpha acid: 6.9%
• Beta acid: 3.8%
• Typical beer styles: IPA, pale ale, wild ale, and saison

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 brewing quality.