Sequoia™ Hops

AromaAlpha 9.0 - 12.0%United States

Sequoia™ is a high-impact proprietary blend from the BSG Hop Solutions Program, engineered specifically to deliver a quintessential West Coast character infused with modern tropical flair. While traditional varieties often offer subtle nuances, Sequoia™ was designed as a "saturated powerhouse," boasting an incredibly high total oil content intended to survive the heat of the whirlpool and the cold extraction of dry-hopping. It is a prized tool for brewers who need a reliable, high-performance option that can anchor a "juice-forward" recipe while providing the clean agricultural consistency expected from the world-class terroir of the Pacific Northwest.

The sensory profile of Sequoia{ is a concentrated explosion of tropical and "red" fruit characteristics. It leads with a primary, "lush" bouquet of ripe mango, crushed pineapple, and sweet papaya, immediately followed by a vibrant surge of candied orange and grapefruit zest. As the profile develops, brewers will find subtle, modern "dank" undertones and hints of wild strawberry and forest berries. Because of its massive oil composition and well-balanced cohumulone levels, {Sequoia delivers a remarkably smooth bitterness that supports its heavy fruit-forward load, making it the definitive choice for creating succulent hop profiles without the harsh herbal or grassy notes of some high-alpha varieties.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Sequoia, the best alternatives are Citra®, Mosaic®, Simcoe®, or Strata™.

At A Glance

ProfileRipe Mango, Crushed Pineapple, Sweet Papaya, Candied Orange, Grapefruit Zest, Dank, Wild Strawberry, Forest Berries
PurposeAroma
Alpha Acid9.0 - 12.0%
SubstitutesCitra®, Mosaic®, Simcoe®, Strata™
Pairs withCitra® (for a classic citrus-tropical blend), Loral® (to add a delicate floral lift to the heavy fruit), Strata™ (to amplify the berry/dank notes)
Beer StylesHazy India Pale Ale, West Coast India Pale Ale, Tropical Pale Ale, Hoppy Wheat

General Information

Country
United States
Alias
HS-1228
Storage Stability
Good

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid
9.0 - 12.0%
Beta Acid
3.5 - 5.5%
Cohumulone
22.0 - 27.0%
Total Oil
2.0 - 3.0 ml/100g
Myrcene
45.0 - 55.0%
Humulene
10.0 - 15.0%
Caryophyllene
5.0 - 10.0%
Farnesene
< 1.0%
Linalool
0.6 - 0.9%
Geraniol
~0.4%

Growth & Cultivation

Maturity
Mid to late season
Resistant
Powdery Mildew (high)
Growth Rate
High
Cones
Medium-sized, very dense, and exceptionally resinous. The cones are often noted for their sticky tex
Ease of Harvest
Excellent; as a modern commercial variety, it was bred for mechanical picking efficiency and low con
Sex
Female
Side Arm Length
20" - 30"

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Last Updated
  • 2026-04-04 15:41:53
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