Vista Hops Vista: A standout American aroma hop with lush tropical character and exceptional brewing performance. Released in late 2021 by the USDA's public breeding program, Vista combines high yield, large cones, and remarkable tolerance to drought and heat. Whether you're showcasing it solo or blending it with other hops, Vista delivers sophisticated flavors with a new-world edge. Vista Hops Overview Flavors: Tropical fruit, honeydew, papaya, white peach, pear Primary Usage: Aroma, late kettle additions, dry hopping Best Beer Styles: Hazy IPA, IPA, Pale Ale, Session IPA Similar Varieties: Strata®, El Dorado®, Cashmere, Azacca® Background Also known as “074,” Vista was developed through the USDA's hop breeding program and released after extensive commercial trials across U.S. hop farms. Its complex tropical fruit profile shines in modern hop-forward beers, and its performance in the field makes it a smart choice for brewers looking for both flavor and reliability. Brewers participating in Hop Research Council trials praised Vista for its ability to stand alone or enhance hop blends with layered, juicy notes. Vista Hop Analysis Alpha Acids 9 – 12% Beta Acids 3.5 – 5.5% Total Oil Content 1.0 – 2.0 mL/100g Myrcene 32 – 44% Humulene 14 – 20% Caryophyllene 8 – 11.5% Farnesene 0.1 – 1.0% Geraniol 0.5 – 0.8% Linalool 0.4 – 1.0%
