Mount Hood Hops Mount Hood is a versatile American aroma hop variety, bred in Oregon and released in 1989. A triploid daughter of Hallertauer Mittelfrüh, it shares noble characteristics with its German parentage, offering mild, sweet, and floral aromas with subtle herbal and spicy notes. Mount Hood is well-suited for a variety of beer styles, particularly those seeking a refined hop presence. Mount Hood Hops Overview Flavors: Floral, herbal, spicy, mild sweetness Primary Usage: Aroma (late kettle additions, dry hopping) Best Beer Styles: Lager, Pilsner, Kölsch, Wheat Beer, Belgian Ale, Pale Ale Similar Varieties: Hallertauer Mittelfrüh, Liberty, Crystal, Hersbrucker Background Developed by the USDA breeding program in Oregon, Mount Hood was created to provide a domestic alternative to European noble hops. Its balanced aroma profile and moderate alpha acid content make it a popular choice among brewers aiming for subtle hop character without overpowering bitterness. Mount Hood Hop Analysis Alpha Acids 4.0 – 7.0% Beta Acids 5.0 – 8.0% Cohumulone 21 – 23% of alpha acids Total Oil Content 1.2 – 1.7 mL/100g Myrcene 30 – 40% Humulene 30 – 38% Caryophyllene 13 – 16% Farnesene
