Apollo Hops - Fresh Pellets - 1oz

Apollo is an American super-high-alpha hop variety developed in the Pacific Northwest and first cultivated commercially around 2000. Its extremely high alpha acid content and low cohumulone levels make it a highly efficient bittering hop.

Brewers often describe Apollo hops as providing clean, smooth bitterness with citrus, grapefruit, and resinous character. When used in late additions, it can also contribute notes of orange, pine, and mild herbal spice.

Apollo performs best as a bittering addition where its high alpha acids provide cost-effective bitterness with a clean finish. Its efficiency means brewers can use less hop material to achieve desired IBU levels.

Apollo hops are primarily used as an efficient bittering hop in styles where clean bitterness and high IBU levels are desired.

Ideal for:

• American IPA
• Double IPA
• Imperial Stout
• Barleywine
• Pale Ale

Apollo can be paired with aromatic finishing hops such as Citra, Cascade, and Centennial to provide a clean bitter base while other hops contribute flavor and aroma.

• Add early in the boil for efficient clean bittering
• Use first wort hopping for smooth bitterness integration
• Combine with aroma hops in late additions for balanced flavor
• Use lower quantities due to high alpha acid content
• Store sealed in the freezer to preserve freshness and hop oils

Apollo is most effective as a clean bittering base, paired with aroma-forward hops like Citra, Cascade, and Centennial for flavor and aroma additions.