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Target (T90 Pellet)

Target (T90 Pellet)

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Target (T90 Pellet) is a 100g pack of the classic British high-alpha hop, bred at Wye College in the 1970s. It is best known for a sharp, assertive bitterness in traditional ales, bitters and milds.

Hop profile

  • Origin: UK, Wye College; a cousin of Challenger
  • Alpha acid: around 8.5-13.5%; beta acid around 4-5.7% (British Hop Association)
  • Aroma: sage, citrus and spice, with woody notes
  • Type: mainly bittering, also usable late and for dry hopping

How to use it

Add it at the start of a 60-minute boil to set the bitterness backbone of your beer. The British Hop Association also rates its intense aroma for late hopping and dry hopping. Alpha acid changes from crop to crop, so check the figure on your pack and scale your recipe with our Hops Alpha Adjustment calculator.

Who it's for

Brewers of British bitters, pale ales, milds and ESBs. It pairs well with aroma varieties like Willamette or Centennial as late additions.

For bigger batches see Target T90 200g.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Target a bittering or aroma hop?
Target is primarily a bittering hop. Its high alpha acids make it efficient at producing clean, firm bitterness, but it contributes little aroma when used at 60 minutes. Some brewers add a small amount late in the boil for a subtle spicy, herby note.
What beer styles suit Target hops?
Target is a staple of traditional British ales — bitters, pale ales, milds, porters, and stouts. It's the backbone hop in many classic British commercial beers and produces the characteristically clean, firm bitterness associated with the style. See our hops comparison chart.
How much Target should I use for a 23-litre batch?
For a standard British bitter at around 30 IBUs, 20–30g at 60 minutes is typical. For a stronger IPA or pale ale, 35–50g. Target is efficient, so you need less by weight than lower-alpha hops.
What hops pair well with Target?
Target pairs well with Willamette or Fuggles for earthy aroma, or Centennial for a more citrusy lift. A classic combination is Target at 60 minutes for bitterness, Willamette at 10 minutes for aroma — ideal for a traditional British bitter.
Can I use Target in a lager?
Target's bold character isn't ideal for delicate lager styles. For lagers and pilsners, lighter-bittering hops with a more neutral or floral profile work better. Target is best reserved for ales, bitters, and stouts.