About NZ Hops Ltd.

We are a cooperative of Master Growers, built on family values, whose legend and cultivars have been crafted for over 150 years with creativity and passion, aiming to be the most revered supplier of hops to the world.

From our humble beginnings, we have grown into a strong and prominent primary industry in New Zealand. In 2020 NZ Hops Ltd. are exporting to over 20 countries around the world with key markets being the USA, UK, Australia and Asia.

Growers

The story of hops craftsmanship spans 150 years in the Nelson region, with many of todays growers continuing the legacy and knowledge handed down over many generations.

Brewers

From plant to pint, we get to work with the Growers (the hop Heroes) and the Brewers (the hop Alchemists) who use our hops locally, around New Zealand and internationally to produce craft beers that whet your appetite.

Featured collection

Wai-iti™

(2-3.5% AA)

A fine aroma hop with fresh peaches and apricot characters within a weight of essential oils

Motueka™

(6-8% AA)

An aroma hop with a distinctive fresh crushed citrus “Mojito” lime character.

Riwaka™

(4.5-6.5%AA)

A unique aroma hop with a powerfully fuelled tropical passion fruit character.

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News.

Nectaron® tops US list as the next big hop

11/08/2022

We are proud to hear that Chris Shelton, Master Brewer of Whole Foods Market Brewing has chosen Nectaron® as his go-to hop. Chris says “Whenever I can get my hands on one [a new hop], it immediately goes into my brew schedule. I’ve been brewing for over 20 years, but I’m not one of those that is cemented in my ways. I love experimenting, working with new flavors. I’m going to keep pushing until I feel like I’ve made the best beer ever.” Vinepair - the largest digital media company dedicated to delivering content on drinks based in the heart of New York, has published an article that puts Nectaron® at the top of the list as one of the hops to watch as it blazes trails in the beer brewing industry. This is big news and one to be proud of. Read more here: https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-next-big-hop/