TYPE 90 HOP PELLETS

Purpose:

Provision of bitterness and hop aroma via addition to boiling wort.

Description:

Free flowing cylindrical pellets with dimensions approximately 10mm - 15mm x 6 mm (length x diameter). Bulk density is approximately 550 kgm³.

Analysis:

Analysis of the pellet will be dependent upon the hop variety and its source. Guaranteed yield of alpha acids during processing is >98%.

Blending:

Blends of different varieties and/or growths can be produced according to customer requirements.

Packaging:

Sealed under vacuum or inert gas (nitrogen or carbon dioxide) in laminated food grade polyethylene/metallised polyester contained in cardboard boxes. The net weight of pellets is usually 25 kgs. All packaging to conform to customer specifications.

Product Use:

Direct replacement of cone hops in kettle. For maximum utilisation of bittering potential, pellets should be boiled for as long as is practicable (90 minutes). If a late hop type aroma is desired, then an addition of pellets should be made just before cast or to the whirlpool.

Storage:

Preferably store unopened packs in a cool place, best temperature 3^oC - 6^oC to maintain maximum bittering potential. Once opened, packs of Type 90 pellets should be used as soon as possible.

Safety:

No known health hazard in normal use. If dust is generated in use or during addition then this may be a slight irritant to the eyes and respiratory system (in this case it is advisable to wear a dust mask). Hop powder is a combustible material.