new zealand hop harvest ipa

New Zealand is in – and not just as a travel destination: The South Pacific kingdom is also the center of attention in the beer business. In this context, however, this isn’t due to New Zealand’s breathtaking landscapes, fascinating Māori culture, or unparalleled biodiversity, but rather to the unique and aromatic hop varieties that grow and thrive in the island nation’s maritime climate.

This green gold can be found on almost every continent and is cultivated in Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and New Zealand. Special aroma hop varieties originate from the growing regions of the latter two countries, which have become increasingly popular in the wake of the craft beer movement. One of these exquisite hop varieties is Motueka. This variety is grown exclusively in New Zealand and brings with it an incomparable blend of citrus, tropical fruit, herbal notes, and floral undertones.

The Lithuanian brewery Sakiškių alus draws on this abundance with its latest creation, excellently honing the flavor profile of this exceptional hop. Its New Zealand Hop Harvest is a Hazy India Pale Ale that focuses exclusively on Motueka. The pale golden brew with a wonderfully cloudy appearance smells and tastes of tangy citrus fruits, juicy tropical fruit, and delicate notes of basil, rosemary, and spicy pine resin. A floral bitterness harmoniously rounds off the beer experience.