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Comet

Comet hop variety — watercolor botanical illustration
Tür Dual Purpose
Alfa Asit 8.0-12.0%%
Köken United States

Hakkında

Comet was nearly forgotten after its 1974 release but has been rediscovered by craft brewers for its intensely wild, pungent grapefruit character. It offers a raw, untamed American hop flavor that predates the polished tropical profiles of modern varieties.

Lezzet Profili

Grapefruit, wild American, pungent citrus

Alternatifler

Cascade, Centennial, Chinook

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Comet hop?
Comet hops — wild, pungent grapefruit character. Rediscovered 1970s American variety. Alpha acid 8-12%.
What is the alpha acid content of Comet hops?
Comet hops have an alpha acid content of 8.0-12.0%%.
What flavor does Comet add to beer?
Grapefruit, wild American, pungent citrus
What are substitutes for Comet hops?
Cascade, Centennial, Chinook

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