Krush HBC 586 Hop Pellets 1 oz

Krush is a modern American aroma hop that delivers an explosive combination of tropical fruit, citrus, and stone fruit flavors with exceptional intensity. Originally released as the experimental variety HBC 586, Krush was officially named and introduced to the brewing industry after quickly earning a reputation for its bold aroma and outstanding performance in hop forward beers. Its high essential oil content makes it a premier choice for whirlpool and dry hop additions, producing the juicy, expressive character sought after in today's craft beer styles.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Yakima Chief Hops
• Hop Type: Aroma
• Origin: United States
• Alpha Acid: 7.0 - 10.0%
• Beta Acid: 4.5 - 6.0%
• Cohumulone: 20 - 24%

Flavor & Aroma Profile

Krush is celebrated for its vibrant aromas of mango, guava, peach, orange, and ripe berries, layered with notes of apricot, tropical fruit, citrus zest, and subtle resin. Whirlpool and dry hop additions unlock its signature juicy character, creating a saturated fruit profile with remarkable depth and complexity. Despite its bold aroma, Krush remains balanced and clean, making it an excellent feature hop or a complementary addition to other modern American varieties.

Brewing Applications

Krush shines in Hazy IPA, New England IPA, American IPA, Double IPA, Pale Ale, Session IPA, and Juicy Blonde Ale. It pairs exceptionally well with Citra, Mosaic, Simcoe, Idaho 7, Nelson Sauvin, and Nectaron, producing layered aromas of tropical fruit, citrus, stone fruit, and berries. It also blends beautifully with El Dorado and Azacca to amplify juicy fruit forward hop profiles.

Recommended Hop Substitutes

If Krush is unavailable, consider:

• Nectaron – Rich peach, pineapple, and passion fruit with similar tropical intensity.
• Mosaic – Complex berry, tropical fruit, and citrus character.
• Citra – Bright citrus and tropical fruit with exceptional aroma impact.
• El Dorado – Pear, watermelon, and tropical fruit with candy like sweetness.
• Azacca – Mango, pineapple, and citrus with a smooth tropical finish.

Lineage & History

Krush was developed through the Hop Breeding Company (HBC) breeding program, a collaboration between Yakima Chief Ranches and John I. Haas. Originally evaluated as HBC 586, the variety quickly attracted attention for its uniquely expressive tropical fruit profile and excellent brewing performance. Following extensive commercial trials and enthusiastic adoption by craft brewers, it was officially released under the name Krush in 2024. While its complete parentage remains proprietary, Krush has rapidly become one of Yakima Chief Hops' flagship modern aroma varieties, prized for its bold fruit expression and versatility in contemporary hop forward beer styles.