Aurora Hops for Citrus, Floral, and Classic Slovenian Brewing Character Aurora is a Slovenian-grown hop, offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and best known as one of the key varieties behind the modern Super Styrian identity. Developed in Slovenia from Northern Brewer and a TG seedling of unknown origin, Aurora became an important commercial hop because it combines solid bittering ability with a more refined aroma profile than many brewers expect from a higher-alpha variety. That balance is a big part of what makes Aurora useful. It can provide dependable bitterness when used early, but it also carries enough citrus, floral, and spicy character to stay relevant in later additions. For brewers who want a hop that feels grounded in classic European structure while still offering some brightness, Aurora can be a very practical choice. Flavor and Brewing Character Aurora is known for citrus, herbal, and spicy character, backed by floral notes and a clean continental hop profile. It tends to come across as versatile rather than extreme, which makes it easier to build into recipes where balance matters as much as impact. In the brewhouse, Aurora is well suited to dual-purpose use, including bittering, late additions, and general kettle work. It fits naturally in lagers, Belgian ales, pale ales, and even some IPAs when a brewer wants a more structured hop expression without pushing too far into aggressive modern fruit character. Why Brewers Choose Aurora Brewers often choose Aurora because it delivers flexibility. It can handle bittering duty, contribute pleasant late-hop character, and slot into a wide range of beer styles without overpowering the recipe. That makes it a strong option when you want a hop with traditional backbone, dependable performance, and enough aroma character to stay interesting. Hop Specifications Origin: Slovenia Hop form: T-90 Pellets Alpha acid: 6.5-9.5% Beta acid: 3.2-5.5% Total oils: 0.9-1.6 mL/100g Typical beer styles: lagers, Belgian ales, pale ales, and structured hop-forward beers Packaging and Storage Available in 1 oz and 1 lb sizes unless otherwise noted. Store cold after opening and keep oxygen exposure low to help preserve aroma, oils, and overall brewing performance.
