Summit Hop Pellets 100g
Summit T90 Hop Pellets
Summit hop pellets are a high-alpha American bittering hop, known for their bold citrus, earthy, and herbal notes.
Developed by the American Dwarf Hop Association and released in 2003, Summit is a cross between Lexus and several other hop varieties, including Nugget and Zeus.
With very high alpha acids and a rich oil profile, Summit is primarily used for bittering, but also offers unique aroma characteristics.
Its flavour profile features tangerine, grapefruit, and orange, along with herbal spice and a subtle earthy depth, making it a strong addition to hop-forward beer styles.
Summit Hop Profile
- Origin: United States
- Alpha Acid: 15–17%
- Beta Acid: 5–6.5%
- Characteristics: Citrus, earthy, herbal, resinous
- Substitutes: Columbus, Simcoe, Apollo
- Best Use: Bittering, late additions
Summit Hop Flavour & Aroma
Summit hops provide a powerful bitterness and bold aroma with dominant notes of citrus peel, earthy spice, and herbal undertones.
Hints of grapefruit, tangerine, and subtle pine add complexity, making it a great choice for high-intensity beer styles.
Though primarily used for bittering, Summit can contribute resinous and citrus-forward character when added late in the boil.
Beer Styles That Benefit From Summit Hops
Summit is a high-impact hop that excels in beers requiring strong bitterness and robust flavour.
- West Coast IPA: Provides aggressive bitterness with citrus depth.
- Double IPA: Enhances bold hop intensity and resinous character.
- Barleywine: Balances malt sweetness with firm bitterness.
- Imperial Stout: Adds earthy spice and deep citrus tones.
- American Pale Ale: Brings a crisp bitterness with a citrus-forward aroma.
Summit Hop Pairings
Summit pairs well with other high-alpha and aromatic hops, such as Columbus, Simcoe, Apollo, and Chinook.
These combinations enhance resinous, citrus, and herbal hop profiles.
- Columbus: Adds sharp bitterness and pungent earthy spice.
- Simcoe: Provides pine, grapefruit, and subtle berry notes.
- Apollo: Enhances citrus zest with smooth bitterness.
- Chinook: Boosts piney and spicy complexity.
Summit hop pellets provide citrus, earthy, and herbal notes, making them a great choice for IPAs, Barleywines, and Stouts.
If you're looking for a high-alpha American bittering hop with a bold character, Summit T90 Hop Pellets are an excellent choice.
