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Summit (T90 Pellet)

Summit (T90 Pellet)

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Summit (T90 Pellet) is a very high-alpha American hop, bred by the American Dwarf Hop Association and released in 2003. It gives powerful, efficient bittering, and when added late it shows tangerine and citrus notes.

Hop profile

  • Origin: USA; a dwarf variety bred from Nugget
  • Alpha acid: very high, around 16-19%; beta acid around 4-6.5%
  • Aroma: tangerine, grapefruit and citrus, with herbal, peppery notes; raw hops can smell of onion or garlic
  • Type: bittering hop that can also be used late
  • Packs: 100g or 200g of T90 pellets

How to use it

Use it as a 60-minute bittering addition. Because the alpha acid is so high, you need less by weight than with most hops - scale your recipe with our Hops Alpha Adjustment calculator. Late additions bring out the citrus.

Who it's for

Brewers of IPAs, double IPAs, stouts and barley wines who want bold bitterness. It is often used alongside aroma hops like Citra or Centennial. Summit has excellent storage stability, but keep opened packs sealed and cold.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Summit hops unusual compared to other high-alpha hops?
Most high-alpha hops deliver harsh, onion-like bitterness at very high rates. Summit is unusual because it has a distinctive tangerine and citrus aroma alongside its bittering power, making it genuinely dual-purpose rather than just a bittering workhorse. See our hops comparison chart.
How much Summit should I use for bittering?
Due to its very high alpha acids (17–19%), you need less Summit than most hops. For 40 IBUs in a 23-litre IPA, around 15–20g at 60 minutes is typical. Always calculate your IBU addition by weight using your target alpha acid percentage.
Can I use Summit as an aroma hop?
Yes — added at flameout or as a dry hop in small quantities (10–20g per 23 litres), Summit adds a distinctive tangerine and citrus note. Use sparingly as it can dominate at higher quantities.
What beer styles work best with Summit hops?
IPAs, double IPAs, American pale ales, stouts and barleywines all suit Summit well. Its bold character handles high-gravity beers and hop-forward styles where it won't be overwhelmed by the malt.
Does Summit work well with other hops?
Yes — Summit works well with Citra for a tropical-citrus combination, or with Centennial for a classic American IPA profile. Use Summit for bittering and add the more aromatic hop late for best results.