Azacca Hop Pellets 1 lb

Azacca is a modern American dual-purpose hop celebrated for its vibrant tropical fruit character, bright citrus notes, and smooth bittering qualities. Named after the Haitian god of agriculture, Azacca was released by the American Dwarf Hop Association in 2013 and has quickly become a favorite among craft brewers. Its exceptionally high essential oil content makes it an outstanding choice for whirlpool and dry hopping, where it produces bold, juicy aromas that define today's hop forward beer styles.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Yakima Chief Hops
• Hop Type: Dual Purpose
• Origin: United States
• Alpha Acid: 14.0 - 16.0%
• Beta Acid: 4.0 - 5.5%
• Cohumulone: 38 - 45%

Flavor & Aroma Profile

Azacca is renowned for its expressive notes of mango, pineapple, papaya, citrus, and ripe orange, complemented by hints of pine, peach, tropical berries, and light resin. Whirlpool and dry hop additions maximize its juicy tropical aroma while preserving a clean, refreshing finish. Despite its high alpha acid content, Azacca produces a smooth bitterness that allows its fruit forward profile to remain the focal point, making it equally effective as a standalone hop or in complex blends.

Brewing Applications

Azacca excels in Hazy IPA, New England IPA, American IPA, Pale Ale, Session IPA, Blonde Ale, and Fruit Beer. It pairs exceptionally well with Citra, Mosaic, El Dorado, Idaho 7, and Galaxy, creating layered aromas of tropical fruit, citrus, stone fruit, and subtle pine. It also complements Simcoe and Amarillo for brewers looking to build additional depth and complexity.

Recommended Hop Substitutes

If Azacca is unavailable, consider:

• El Dorado – Juicy pear, tropical fruit, and candy like sweetness.
• Citra – Bright citrus and tropical fruit with exceptional aroma intensity.
• Idaho 7 – Tropical fruit balanced by resinous pine and citrus.
• Galaxy – Bold passion fruit, peach, and citrus character.
• Mosaic – Complex tropical fruit with berry, citrus, and pine notes.

Lineage & History

Azacca was developed by the American Dwarf Hop Association (ADHA) through a breeding program focused on producing high-alpha hops with exceptional aroma potential. It was selected from a cross between Summit and an experimental hop variety, combining excellent agronomic performance with an intensely fruit forward aroma profile. Released commercially in 2013, Azacca quickly earned recognition for its versatility and outstanding performance in modern hop forward beers. Today, it remains one of Yakima Chief Hops' most popular proprietary varieties for brewers seeking bold tropical fruit character and clean, dependable bittering.