Vic Secret Hops

Vic Secret hops, originating from Australia, are celebrated for their bright and vibrant tropical characteristics.

Vic Secret predominantly exhibits flavors and aromas of pineapple, pine, and passion fruit.

Ideal for IPAs and other fresh, citrusy brews, Vic Secret hops are most effective when used as whirlpool or dry hop additions.

These hops, being high in alpha acids, offer a well-rounded fruit profile, enhancing a variety of beer styles. However, when added later in the boil, they tend to impart a more earthy character, suitable for lighter ales.

Batch Specifics

• Origin: Australia
• Alpha Acid: 21.1%
• Crop year: 2023

Form

T90 Hop Pellets

Packaging Sizes and Details

We sell Cascade hops in the following packaging sizes

• 250g – non resealable mylar bags
• 500g – resealable mylar bags
• 1kg – resealable mylar bags

Flavour and Aroma Profile

Vic Secret hops have a distinct flavor and aroma profile characterized by a dominant pineapple note, complemented by hints of pine and herbs.

This combination gives the hops a clean and tropical essence, ideal for enhancing the fruity and fresh aspects of various beers​

Brewing Guide and Usage Tips

Vic Secret hops are best utilized in homebrew beer as a whirlpool or dry hop addition, particularly in IPAs and citrusy beers. This method maximizes their tropical fruit characteristics.

When added to the boil, especially later, Vic Secret hops produce an earthier flavor, making them suitable for lighter ales.

For those aiming to highlight the hops’ pineapple, pine, and passionfruit notes, dry hopping is recommended.

These hops are versatile and can be adapted to a range of brewing styles, contributing significantly to the overall aroma and flavor profile of the beer.

Pairings

These pairings work well due to the complementary nature of the hops’ flavor profiles, each enhancing or balancing the characteristics of Vic Secret.

1. Galaxy: Complements the tropical profile of Vic Secret with its own pronounced fruit flavors.
2. Citra: Offers a citrusy counterpart to Vic Secret’s tropical notes.
3. Amarillo: Enhances the fruity characteristics with its own floral and citrus tones.
4. Cascade: Pairs well with its floral and grapefruit notes, balancing Vic Secret’s tropical essence.

Substitutes

While these substitutes share some characteristics with Vic Secret, brewers should be aware of their unique qualities which may slightly alter the beer’s flavor profile.

1. Galaxy: Similar tropical fruit profile, though more intense.
2. Mosaic: Offers a complex array of fruit and berry notes, a good alternative for tropical complexity.
3. Simcoe: Can substitute for its pine and earthy notes, with a slight citrus touch.
4. Ella: Offers floral and spicy notes, a contrast yet compatible with Vic Secret’s profile.

Ancestry

Vic Secret hops were developed in Victoria, Australia, in 2000, alongside its sister variety, Topaz.

This hop variety is a product of breeding high alpha Australian and Wye College hops, and it was extensively tested by brewers before becoming widely used​ in many Australian beers.

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Short Description

Vic Secret hops, originating from Australia, are celebrated for their bright and vibrant tropical characteristics. They predominantly exhibit flavors and aromas of pineapple, pine, and passion fruit. Ideal for IPAs and other fresh, citrusy brews, Vic Secret hops are most effective when used as whirlpool or dry hop additions. These hops, being high in alpha acids, offer a well-rounded fruit profile, enhancing a variety of beer styles. However, when added later in the boil, they tend to impart a more earthy character, suitable for lighter ales​​​​​​​​​​.

Flavour and Aroma Profile:

Vic Secret hops have a distinct flavor and aroma profile characterized by a dominant pineapple note, complemented by hints of pine and herbs. This combination gives the hops a clean and tropical essence, ideal for enhancing the fruity and fresh aspects of various beers​​.

Brewing Guide and Usage Tips

Vic Secret hops are best utilized in homebrew beer as a whirlpool or dry hop addition, particularly in IPAs and citrusy beers. This method maximizes their tropical fruit characteristics. When added to the boil, especially later, Vic Secret hops produce an earthier flavor, making them suitable for lighter ales. For those aiming to highlight the hops’ pineapple, pine, and passionfruit notes, dry hopping is recommended. These hops are versatile and can be adapted to a range of brewing styles, contributing significantly to the overall aroma and flavor profile of the beer​​​​​​.

Pairings

1. Galaxy: Complements the tropical profile of Vic Secret with its own pronounced fruit flavors.
2. Citra: Offers a citrusy counterpart to Vic Secret’s tropical notes.
3. Amarillo: Enhances the fruity characteristics with its own floral and citrus tones.
4. Cascade: Pairs well with its floral and grapefruit notes, balancing Vic Secret’s tropical essence.

These pairings work well due to the complementary nature of the hops’ flavor profiles, each enhancing or balancing the characteristics of Vic Secret.

Substitutes

1. Galaxy: Similar tropical fruit profile, though more intense.
2. Mosaic: Offers a complex array of fruit and berry notes, a good alternative for tropical complexity.
3. Simcoe: Can substitute for its pine and earthy notes, with a slight citrus touch.
4. Ella: Offers floral and spicy notes, a contrast yet compatible with Vic Secret’s profile.

While these substitutes share some characteristics with Vic Secret, brewers should be aware of their unique qualities which may slightly alter the beer’s flavor profile.

Ancestry

Vic Secret hops were developed in Victoria, Australia, in 2000, alongside its sister variety, Topaz. This hop variety is a product of breeding high alpha Australian and Wye College hops, and brewers extensively tested it before becoming widely used​​.

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