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  • Bramling Cross T90 200g key facts: 200g pack of T90 pellets, alpha acid 5-8%, varies by crop, blackcurrant, dark fruit, spice aroma
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Bramling Cross T90 200g

Bramling Cross T90 200g

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Bramling Cross is a classic English hop with a distinctive blackcurrant and spice character. This 200g pack of T90 pellets suits brewers of traditional ales, porters and festive dark beers.

Specs

  • Origin: England
  • Alpha acid: 5-8% (Charles Faram range - varies by crop, so check the pack)
  • Aroma: blackcurrant, dark fruit, spice, liquorice
  • Best for: late additions to retain the fruit character
  • Great in: English ales, porters, dark milds and Christmas ales
  • Format: T90 pellets, 200g

It was bred at Wye College in 1927 from Bramling, a Golding variety, crossed with a wild Canadian hop, and works particularly well with crystal malts.

How to use

Use it for a firm bitterness early on, and late in the boil for its blackcurrant aroma.

Who it is for

Fans of English and seasonal dark ales. Pair it with Fuggles, East Kent Goldings or Challenger, and a malt such as Crystal Malt. A 100g size is also available: Bramling Cross (T90 Pellet).

Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bramling Cross taste like?

Blackcurrant and dark fruit with spice and a hint of liquorice.

Which beers suit Bramling Cross?

English ales, porters, dark milds and Christmas ales. It works particularly well with crystal malts.

How should I store hop pellets?

Keep them sealed, away from air and light, and as cold as possible - the freezer is ideal. Once opened, squeeze out the air and reseal.

Is there a smaller pack?

Yes, Bramling Cross is also sold as a 100g pack of T90 pellets.