How we Work
Myrtle Meadows is equally committed to producing the best quality and best tasting hops. We turn our fresh hops in to nitrogen-purged, Mylar vacuum-packed hop pellets right on the farm, within 24-36 hours of harvest.
Our hops are stored are commercial freezer in Pitt Meadows for easy shipping across Canada.
Tested & True Quality
In 2020, We partnered with Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Surrey, BC, to perform a metabolic analysis of our hops compared to commercial hops. You can find the report here.
The results of this report show that all commercial hops tested have lower alpha acid values than the samples of our Myrtle Meadows products. The same is true for the accumulation of Terpenes and other aromatic compounds in our products compared to hops produced by other commercial producers. Excitingly, these results demonstrate the superior quality of locally produced hops. This is an advantage for all the brewers that can tap into this local BC hop market. A number of local Brewers have given very positive feedback to the aromatic and bittering qualities as well as flavour compounds across all of our varieties.
Our Varieties
Coming Soon
for the 2026 Harvest
Hydra™ – A Juice Bomb with Dual Purpose
Hydra™ offers a vibrant citrus-forward aroma and flavor profile anchored in tangerine, mandarin, clementine, green grape, and orange rind.
With alpha acid readings typically around 10-13 %, it’s suitable for both late-kettle additions and whirlpool/aroma uses—and can even lend a clean bitterness when required.
Hydra™ is particularly well-suited to modern hop-forward beer styles such as New England-style IPAs (NEIPAs), hazy DIPAs, pale ales and any brew that benefits from juicy, fruity hop character.
Whether you’re layering complex hop blends or spotlighting a single hop variety, Hydra™ brings a clean, bright, fruit-laden quality that can both accentuate and dominate in equal measure.
Usage Type: Dual-Purpose (Bittering & Aroma)
Flavor / Aroma Profile: Tangerine · Mandarin · Clementine · Green Grape · Orange Rind
Alpha Acid Range: ~10-13%
Ideal Styles: NEIPA, IPA, DIPA, Pale Ale
Key Benefit: Can accentuate other hops or shine as a solo variety
Developed by Great Lakes Hops in Michigan; part of their select-hop program.
Cascade
Cascade is a Duel used Hop variety, developed through crossing the English variety Fuggle and the Russian variety Serebrianka. It is named after the Cascade Range, mountains that run from northern California all the way north to British Columbia, Canada.
Characteristics: Floral, with elements of citrus and notes of grapefruit
Purpose: Aroma / Dual-Purpose
Alpha Acid Composition: 7.15% - 10.87%
Total Oil Content: 1.49 - 2.20 ml/100g
Centennial
Currently Sold Out
Centennial is at times referred to as super Cascade because of its similar citric characteristic. It is a mix of Brewer’s Gold, Fuggle, East Kent Golding and Bavarian hops.
Characteristics: Earthy and floral with an element of citrus
Purpose: Dual-Purpose
Alpha Acid Composition: 10.44 - 11.65%
Total Oil Content: 1.30 - 1.64 ml/100g
Comet
Comet was originally released as a high alpha by the USDA in 1974. Its parentage is English Sunshine and a native American hop giving it a “wild American” characteristic. Comet’s flavor profile rests heavily on a strong accent of grapefruit. It does feature solid bittering capabilities and traditionally brewers considered it best suited as a bittering agent for American-style lagers. Recently however, there has been a surge in its use as a dry-hop in ales and IPA’s.
Characteristics: Strong grapefruit, dank resin flavors
Purpose: Dual-Purpose
Alpha Acid Composition: 8.22 - 14.24%
Total Oil Content: 1.20 - 1.65 ml/100g
CHINOOK
Released in 1985, Chinook hops are suitable for any stage of the boil. They’re not only a natural for American-style Pale Ales and IPAs, but they also find their way into seasonal ales, barley wine and some porters and stouts. The variety is a cross between Petham Golding and a USDA male and features a pine-like, spicy bouquet with robust flavors of grapefruit.
Characteristics: Bouquet of pine and spice
Purpose: Dual-Purpose
Alpha Acid Composition: 11.27 - 14.19%
Total Oil Content: 1.60 - 2.00 ml/100g
BITTER GOLD
Bred in the Yakima Valley, Bitter Gold is a dual-purpose hop known for its high alpha acid content and clean bitterness. It delivers bold aromas with notes of tropical fruit, stone fruit, and citrus, making it a versatile choice for both bittering and late additions.
Aroma Profile: Tropical fruit, stone fruit, citrus, melon
Primary Use: Dual-Purpose / Bittering
Alpha Acid Composition: 12.50 - 14.25%
Total Oil Content: 1.90 - 2.80 ml/100g
MT. RAiNIER
A versatile American hop with noble heritage, Mt. Rainier offers a mellow bitterness and a refined aroma. It’s known for its complex character, combining delicate floral and citrus notes with a subtle hint of mint and rose. Its high cohumulone content and smooth flavor make it a great choice for a wide range of beer styles.
Aroma Profile: Green Tea, Mint, Lemon, Rose
Purpose: Aroma
Alpha Acid Composition: 7.97 - 7.20%
Total Oil Content: 0.26 - 0.40 ml/100g
TRIUMPH
Bred by the USDA and released in 2019, Triumph is a newer aroma hop developed from Hallertau Mittelfrüh and other classic European varieties. It offers a complex, fruit-forward profile with hints of bubblegum, orange, lime, and subtle spice, making it an exciting choice for modern hop-forward styles or creative twists on traditional recipes.
Characteristics: Lime Citrus, Blackberry, Herbal, Pine, Sage, Little bit of candy floss, Sweet Basil
Purpose: Aroma / Dual-Purpose
Alpha Acid Composition: 9.06%
Total Oil Content: 0.86 ml/100g
Saaz
Saaz is a popular commercial aroma variety and is used in many US beers today. Bred from the original centuries-old Czech Saaz variety, it carries the same noble qualities but with some subtle differences. Its flavor and aroma profile is mild, earthen and spicy and its alpha is slightly higher than its Czech twin. Saaz (US) is primarily used in Lagers and Pilsners.
Characteristics: Mild, earthy, spicy, herbal
Purpose: Aroma
Alpha Acid Composition: 4.63 - 4.82%
Total Oil Content: 0.46 - 1.00 ml/100g
VISTA
Vista is a new American aroma hop bred for big, expressive flavors and high yield. It delivers bold tropical and stone fruit notes with hints of melon and green tea. Vista shines in hazy IPAs, pale ales, and other hop-forward styles where its vibrant character can take center stage.
Characteristics: Sweet Aromatics, Grapefruit, Pineapple, Guava, Sweet mint, Herbal, Earl Gray
Purpose: Aroma / Dual-Purpose
Alpha Acid Composition: 6.62 - 11.65%
Total Oil Content: 1.60 - 2.08 ml/100g
WILLAMETTE
A staple American aroma hop with roots in the English Fuggle variety, Willamette is known for its soft, balanced character. It offers delicate floral, herbal, and spice notes with a mild earthiness, making it a go-to choice for traditional ales and craft styles looking for subtle complexity.
Characteristics: Sweet Grass/Wheat, Black Tea, Woody, Citrus, Sweet Marjoram, Chamomille
Purpose: Aroma
Alpha Acid Composition: 5.42 - 6.12%
Total Oil Content: 0.85 - 1.60 ml/100g
MAGNUM
A high-alpha bittering hop originally bred in Germany and now grown in the U.S., Magnum is prized for its smooth, clean bitterness and low cohumulone content. While primarily used for bittering, it also offers subtle herbal and spice notes that can add nuance to a wide range of beer styles.
Characteristics: Citrus, Grass, Grapefruit, Peppery, Mint, Rose
Purpose: Bittering
Alpha Acid Composition: 12.70 - 17.09%
Total Oil Content: 1.2 - 1.60 ml/100g