New Zealand HopsUnleash Unique Flavour Profiles with New Zealand Grown Hops

At Charles Faram, we proudly supply a curated range of New Zealand hops, from NZ Hops Ltd. Celebrated worldwide for their intense aroma, unique flavour profiles, and clean bitterness. Grown in the pristine climate and fertile soils of New Zealand, these hops are a favourite among brewers looking to create bold, expressive beers.

Whether you’re brewing juicy IPAs, hop-forward lagers, or experimental styles, New Zealand hops deliver the character and consistency that modern brewers demand.

Why Choose New Zealand Hops?

New Zealand-grown hops are known for their:

• Vibrant tropical and citrus fruit flavours

• High essential oil content for bold aroma expression

• Clean bitterness with low cohumulone levels

• Unique terroir from a cool maritime climate

Each variety offers something special, allowing brewers to push boundaries with flavour while maintaining balance and drinkability.

Popular New Zealand Hop Varieties

We supply a wide selection of high-impact varieties, including:

• Superdelic™ – Notes of Mango, Passion Fruit, Spice

• Nectaron® – Notes of Pineapple, Peach, Grapefruit

• Nelson Sauvin™ – Notes of gooseberry, white wine, and tropical fruit

• Motueka™ – Fresh lime, lemon, and floral character

• Rakau™ – Stone fruit, apricot, and resinous pine

• Wai-iti™ – Low alpha, high aroma with mandarin and peach

• Riwaka™ – Intense grapefruit, passionfruit, and citrus zest

Each of these hops brings something distinctive to the kettle or dry hop, making them ideal for both flagship and seasonal releases.

Brewing with New Zealand Hops

Thanks to their bold aromatics and smooth bitterness, New Zealand hops are particularly well-suited for:

• Hazy and West Coast IPAs

• Pale ales and NZ pilsners

• Dry-hopped sours and saisons

• Single-hop experiments and showcases

Their versatility allows brewers to use them as standalone stars or blended with other international varieties to create layered hop profiles.

Trusted Sourcing Through Charles Faram

Charles Faram partners with top New Zealand growers to offer direct access to these premium hops with full traceability and fresh supply. Our hop experts are on hand to help you choose the right variety, build contracts, or experiment with new blends. You can request a contract for New Zealand hops here.