Magnum Hops for Clean Bittering and Balanced Brewing Magnum is a classic German high alpha hop offered here in T-90 pellets for brewers who want dependable, smooth bitterness without heavy vegetal character or aggressive late-hop intensity. It is widely used as a foundation bittering hop because it delivers clean structure while letting malt character and late aroma additions stay in focus. Lot-specific flavor and aroma notes may include Citrus. Although Magnum is best known for bittering, it can also contribute light herbal, floral, and subtle spice notes when used later in the boil. That makes it a practical all-around option for brewers building everything from crisp lagers to hop-forward ales. Flavor and Brewing Character Magnum is valued most for its efficient bittering performance and restrained aromatic profile. Brewers use it when they want firm bitterness that stays smooth and neutral rather than sharp or coarse. It fits especially well in pilsner, helles, lager, IPA, pale ale, stout, and porter recipes where a clean bittering charge helps support balance without crowding the rest of the hop bill. Why Brewers Choose Magnum Brewers choose Magnum because it is versatile, reliable, and easy to build around. It works equally well as a primary bittering hop in classic European styles and in modern recipes where later additions from more expressive aroma varieties need room to shine. Hop Specifications Origin: Germany Hop form: T-90 Pellets Alpha acid: 11.0% - 16.0% Beta acid: 5.0% - 7.0% Total oils: 1.6 - 2.6 mL/100g Typical beer styles: Pilsner, lager, helles, IPA, pale ale, stout, and porter Packaging and Storage Available in 1 oz and 1 lb sizes unless otherwise noted. Store cold after opening and limit oxygen exposure to help preserve bitterness quality, hop oils, and brewing performance.
