Kohatu Hops - New Zealand Grown T-90 Pellets
| Hops Name: | Eclipse |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin: | New Zealand |
| Hops Purpose: | Aroma |
| Alpha Acidity: | A/A: 6.3% |
| Aroma & Flavor: | Sweet, Woody, Fruity, Pine |
Kohatu Hops: Bursting with Tropical Fruit and Floral Citrus
New Zealand Hop with Bold Pineapple and Lush Aromatic Notes
Kohatu® hops hail from New Zealand and are known for their vibrant tropical fruit character balanced with bright floral citrus. Expect a sweet, juicy aroma packed with pineapple, passionfruit, and hints of lime zest, backed by a smooth bitterness. These T-90 pellets shine in whirlpool and dry hop additions, offering intense flavor and aroma while keeping bitterness smooth and approachable. Kohatu is perfect for hop-forward beers and blends well with other New Zealand and American hops.
Hop Characteristics:
- Origin: New Zealand
- Form: T-90 Pellets
- Alpha Acid Range: 6.0% – 8.5%
- Beta Acid Range: 5.0% – 6.5%
- Total Oil: ~1.0 mL/100g
- Primary Aromas: Tropical fruit, pineapple, passionfruit, citrus, floral
- Common Substitutions: Rakau, Galaxy (lighter and more floral)
Ideal For These Beer Styles:
- New Zealand Pilsner
- Hazy IPA / NEIPA
- American Pale Ale
- Golden Ale
- Fruit-forward Wheat Beers
Why Buy Kohatu Hops from SoCal Brewing Supply?
- Freshness Matters: We vacuum seal our hops in oxygen-barrier mylar and store them cold 24/7 to protect volatile hop oils and alpha acids.
- Fast Turnover: You get high-quality, recently packaged hops—not stale inventory.
- Flexible Sizes: Available in 1 oz and 1 lb formats to fit small batches or full-scale brews.
Brewing Suggestions
Kohatu shines in late additions and dry hopping. Try blending with Motueka, Wai-iti, or Citra for layered citrus complexity. It brings a punchy fruit note while keeping bitterness soft and balanced.
Explore our complete hop collection here to find more unique New Zealand varieties and complementary options.