Hop Extract
Discover Concentrated Aromas at IGN!
What is Hop Extract?
Hop extract is a concentrated product made from the flowers of the hop plant. It retains the same ingredients as hops, but in a concentrated form. Through special extraction processes, the valuable components of hops, such as bitter compounds and aromas, are extracted, leaving only the hop extract. This process serves to preserve the natural and pure hop product. Due to its liquid form, the extract is particularly easy to dose and use, enabling efficient and precise utilization of hop aromas in the brewing industry.
How is Hop Extract Made?
Our carefully selected hop products impress with the highest quality – thanks to the special production methods at IGN!
To produce hop extract, the hop cones are dried and ground. There are two different methods for extraction: CO2 extraction and ethanol extraction.
In CO2 extraction, liquid CO2 is passed through the hop powder, dissolving the hop oils and resins. In ethanol extraction, ethanol is used as a solvent to extract the hop components, mainly resulting in aroma extracts.
Afterward, the solvent is separated from the extract, and the extract is filled into airtight and light-protected containers.
Benefits of Hop Extract
Hop Extract – The Advantages
Efficiency
Hop extract offers higher efficiency in the brewing process. Precise dosing allows for consistent quality of the final product, which is a significant advantage for breweries. The consistent composition of aromas can be ensured with the extract to achieve a uniform taste.
Longer Shelf Life & Better Storage
The concentrated form of hop extract requires significantly less storage space and has a longer shelf life than pellets. Hop extracts are less prone to oxidation and spoilage, making them popular because they do not lose quality.
Environmentally Friendly
The extraction process, especially CO2 extraction, is environmentally friendly and leaves no harmful residues. Therefore, hop extract is a more sustainable choice compared to raw hops.
Buy Hop Extract for Your Brewery
We offer a selection of high-quality hop extracts specifically tailored to the needs of breweries. Our products are ideal for various brewery sizes, from small brewpubs to large brewery groups. Quality comes first with us to provide you with the best product for your brewery. Through strict quality controls and state-of-the-art production methods, we ensure that each hop extract meets the standards. We also use sustainable production methods to protect the environment and provide you with an eco-friendly product. Discover our hop products: of raw hops, hop pellets, and hop extracts for yourself.
