Target Hop Pellets 100g

Target T90 Hop Pellets

Target hop pellets are a classic British bittering hop, valued for their high alpha acid content and clean, assertive bitterness.

Developed in the UK, these hops are widely used in traditional English beer styles, balancing malt-forward recipes with their distinctive bitterness.

While primarily a bittering hop, Target also contributes subtle aroma characteristics, including fresh green sage, peppery spice, and citrus marmalade.

This versatility makes it a favourite for stouts, porters, bitters, and other rich, malt-driven beers.

Target Hop Profile

• Origin: United Kingdom
• Alpha Acid: 9.5–12.5%
• Beta Acid: 4.3–5.7%
• Characteristics: Sage, citrus, spice
• Substitutes: Fuggle, Goldings, Willamette
• Use: Bittering

Why Use Target Hops?

• High Alpha Acids: Delivers strong, clean bitterness, perfect for balancing malt-heavy styles.
• Subtle Aromatics: Provides earthy, spicy, and citrus undertones when used late in the boil.
• Traditional British Brewing Heritage: A staple hop variety for authentic English ales.
• Excellent for Strong Ales & Dark Beers: Complements robust malt bases with clean bitterness.

Best Beer Styles for Target Hop Pellets

• Stouts & Porters: Adds balanced bitterness to rich, roasted malt profiles.
• Bitters & ESBs: A go-to hop for traditional English-style bitters.
• English IPAs: Provides crisp, firm bitterness with subtle herbal depth.
• Barleywines: Offers structured bitterness to counteract malt sweetness.

Usage Recommendations

• Bittering Additions: Best used early in the boil for strong, clean bitterness.
• Aroma Additions: When used late, it imparts mild spice and herbal complexity.
• Pair With: Fuggle, Goldings, Willamette for a balanced English hop profile.

Target hop pellets provide clean, assertive bitterness with subtle spice and citrus undertones, making them a top choice for stouts, bitters, and traditional English ales.