Rakau Hop Pellets (NZ Grown) 500gm

Rakau® is a true dual-purpose hop renowned for its exceptional balance of vibrant fruit character and smooth, effective bitterness. Rich in essential oils, it delivers a generous spectrum of orchard fruit aromas, highlighted by ripe apricot, stone fruit, and subtle dried fig notes.

Throughout the selection process, Rakau consistently impressed with its intensity and complexity. Its abundant oil content produces an inviting fruit-forward profile that immediately stands out, with fresh apricot and other stone fruit characteristics often leading the sensory experience. The result is a hop that offers both aromatic impact and brewing versatility.

"The whole orchard in a hop."

In the brewhouse, Rakau excels across a wide range of applications. It brings bold fruit expression and well-structured bitterness to modern lagers, pale ales, and hop-forward craft styles, while remaining adaptable enough for more delicate beers. Multiple kettle additions allow brewers to build layers of flavour, while late hopping and dry hopping showcase its rich fruit character to full effect.

Whether used for bittering, flavour, or aroma, Rakau delivers depth, balance, and a distinctive orchard-fruit signature that makes it a favourite in contemporary New World brewing.