Zappa Hops Pellets 1 oz

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Zappa Hops

Zappa™: A unique, native North American hop variety (Humulus lupulus var. neomexicanus) discovered in the wild in New Mexico. Named in collaboration with the Zappa family, this hop embodies the free-spirited creativity of its namesake, Frank Zappa. Zappa™ offers a complex aroma profile featuring spicy notes, tropical fruit (mango, passion fruit), citrus, pine, and hints of mint and Fruity Pebbles™.

Zappa™ Hops Overview

Flavors: Spicy, tropical fruit, citrus, pine, mint, Fruity Pebbles™
Primary Usage: Aroma, whirlpool additions, dry hopping
Best Beer Styles: Hazy IPA, fruit beers, pale ale, mixed culture beers
Similar Varieties: Unique; no direct substitutes

Background

Zappa™ is a 100% neomexicanus aroma hop, recovered from the wild in New Mexico and cultivated by CLS Farms. Its distinct aroma and flavor profile make it a standout choice for brewers seeking to create innovative and unconventional beers. Zappa™ is particularly well-suited for late boil additions, whirlpooling, and dry hopping, where its unique characteristics can shine.

Additional information

SKU	HP162, HP162E
Hops Format	Pellet Hops
Country of Origin	USA
Flavor Descriptors	Spicy, Tropical Fruit, Citrus, Pine
Alpha Acid	Medium (5-10%)

Zappa Hop Analysis

Alpha Acids	6.0 – 8.0%
Beta Acids	8.0 – 9.0%
Cohumulone	40 – 45%
Total Oil Content	1.8 – 2.5 mL/100g
Myrcene	60 – 70%
Humulene	4.6%
Caryophyllene	8.5%
Farnesene	0%
Linalool	0.82%
Geraniol	0.67%
β-Pinene	1.26%

Very New Mexican

I did an IPA with nothing but Zappa Hops because I wanted to see the flavor as it stands on its own. It is a little harsher than some hop varieties. More piney/resinous than citrus or tropical, although I've seen tropical flavors and a common descriptor. There is something reminiscent of roasted green chilies in the background, which I think is interesting being a New Mexican hop (I also am a native New Mexican, and roasted green chili is huge here, so someone not familiar with that flavor may miss it). Overall, I do like it, and I'm drinking the IPA way faster than I probably should, but next time I will probably tone down the Zappa and mix with some other varieties for a rounder hop flavor. One thing too, as I'm learning more about biotransformation, it is my understanding that this is accomplished from adding hops during the fermentation rather than after it is complete. This may be why more people are getting those tropical and "fruity pebbles" flavors than I got. Just a possibility.

SMASHING Grapefruit

I made a SMASH with 2 Row and Zappa to see how it performed. I did a boil addition, whirlpool and dry hop.
It resulted in a huge Grapefruit flavor. Loved it.

Great hops for a NEIPA

These hops don't get the attention they deserve. They create a nice fruity aroma and flavor that is perfect for a NEIPA (I used them in a milkshake IPA and it turned out great). I bought them for the supposed "fruity pebbles" aroma, but I'm not really getting that. Still a great hop, though.

Love these hops

These are some of my personal favorite hops. Great juicy flavors and goes perfect with any milkshake IPAs and other hazy IPA styles

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