Warrior® Hops Pellets 1 oz

Warrior Hops

Warrior® is a high-alpha American hop developed by Yakima Chief Ranches, prized for its clean, smooth bittering and subtle aromatic contributions. While primarily used for early boil additions, Warrior® also imparts gentle notes of pine, citrus, and resin when used later in the brewing process.

Warrior® Hops Overview

• Flavors: Resinous, pine, grapefruit, lemon, mild spice
• Primary Usage: Bittering (also suitable for late additions and dry hopping)
• Best Beer Styles: American IPA, Double IPA, Pale Ale, Stout, Barleywine
• Similar Varieties: Nugget, Columbus (CTZ), Magnum, Apollo

Background

Released in the early 2000s, Warrior® was bred for its high alpha acid content, low cohumulone levels, and excellent storage stability. Its smooth bitterness and mild aroma have made it a staple in many hop-forward beer styles, providing a solid foundation for complex hop profiles.

Warrior Hop Analysis