Comet

US · AA 9–12.5%

Wildflower and grapefruit — a 1970s revival.

Description

Originally released by USDA in 1974, mothballed, then revived in 2013. Wildflower honey, grapefruit, and resin. A characterful classic-leaning hop for pale ales and red IPAs that doesn't lean as tropical as the modern crop.

Profile

Alpha acid9–12.5%
Beta acid3.5–6.5%
Total oils1.5–3 mL/100g
Flavorgrapefruit, wildflower, resinous

Classic uses

Substitutes