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Package of Northern Brewer Pellet Hops packaged in a UV and O2 barrier Mylar bag which has been vacuum sealed for the best preservation of your brewing hops.
Northern Brewer
A/A: 8.2%
Germany
Bittering
1 oz. Pellet Hops
Ingredients: Hops

Northern Brewer Hops - German-Grown T-90 Pellets

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

Northern Brewer Hops for Spicy, Herbal, Woody Character and Classic Lager Utility

Northern Brewer is a German-grown hop offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and long valued for its reliable bittering and classic old-world flavor profile. It is a practical hop for brewers who want more structure and rustic hop character than softer noble varieties typically provide. Lot-specific flavor and aroma notes may include Floral.

That profile has helped Northern Brewer remain relevant across both traditional and modern brewing. It is especially comfortable in classic lager and ale families, but it can also add grounding character to more experimental beers that need spice, wood, and herbal depth rather than bright fruit.

Flavor and Brewing Character

Northern Brewer is known for spicy, herbal, and woody character, often supported by minty and earthy notes. It tends to feel firm and traditional rather than flashy, which makes it especially useful in recipes where hop structure matters more than modern tropical aroma.

In the brewhouse, Northern Brewer works well for bittering, late-boil additions, and balanced hop layering. It fits naturally in German lager, Belgian ale, farmhouse beer, bock, and other styles where brewers want classic hop definition with a slightly more rugged edge.

Why Brewers Choose Northern Brewer

Brewers often choose Northern Brewer because it offers dependable brewing performance and a recognizable traditional profile that still has enough character to shape a finished beer. It is a strong choice when the goal is herbal-spicy hop presence with classic European direction.

Hop Specifications

  • Origin: Germany
  • Hop form: T-90 Pellets
  • Alpha acid: 6.0% - 10.0%
  • Beta acid: 3.0% - 5.0%
  • Total oils: 1.0 - 1.5 mL/100g
  • Typical beer styles: German lager, Belgian ale, farmhouse beer, bock, and other traditional hop-forward styles

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 stability, and brewing performance.