Sequoia™ Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

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

Profile Ripe Mango, Crushed Pineapple, Sweet Papaya, Candied Orange, Grapefruit Zest, Dank, Wild Strawberry, Forest Berries
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 9.0 - 12.0%
Substitutes Citra®, Mosaic®, Simcoe®, Strata™
Pairs with Citra® (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 Styles Hazy 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"

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Dank Grapefruit Zest Mango Orange Papaya Pineapple Strawberry
Variety Name
Citra Loral Mosaic Simcoe Strata
Beer Style
Hazy India Pale Ale Hoppy Wheat Tropical Pale Ale West Coast India Pale Ale
Usage
Aroma
Origin
United States
Breeding/Supplier
Bsg Hop Solutions Program
Last Updated
  • 2026-04-04 09:41:53
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.