Product description
Eclipse Hops – Australian T90 Pellets
Eclipse® is a modern Australian flavour hop bursting with sweet mandarin, zesty citrus peel and fresh pine needle character. Its balanced combination of juicy citrus, pine and subtle tropical-fruit notes gives it excellent depth without becoming one-dimensional.
Eclipse can be used by itself in a single-hop beer or combined with other modern varieties to build a more layered hop profile. It is particularly effective in late-kettle, whirlpool and dry-hop additions, where its mandarin and citrus qualities become most prominent.
It is an excellent choice for Australian XPA, Hazy Pale Ale, IPA, NEIPA, West Coast IPA and modern hop-forward lager.
Specifications
- Hop variety: Eclipse® 04-337-016
- Format: T90 hop pellets
- Origin: Australia
- Purpose: Flavour and aroma
- Alpha acids: Approximately 17–20%
- Beta acids: Approximately 6.7–8.1%
- Cohumulone: Approximately 33–37% of alpha acids
- Total oils: Approximately 2.4–3 mL per 100g
- Parentage: High-alpha Australian and North American hops
- Related variety: Half-sister to Galaxy
- Primary characteristics: Sweet mandarin, citrus peel and fresh pine
- Common flavour impressions: Mandarin, orange, lemon, citrus zest, pine needles and subtle passionfruit
Recommended Beer Styles and Usage Rates
| Beer style | Aroma or whirlpool addition | Dry-hop addition |
|---|---|---|
| Australian Lager | 0.5–1.5 g/L | 1–2.5 g/L |
| Hop-Forward Lager | 0.5–2 g/L | 1–3 g/L |
| Pacific Ale | 1.5–3 g/L | 2–5 g/L |
| Australian XPA | 1.5–3.5 g/L | 2.5–5 g/L |
| American Pale Ale | 2–4 g/L | 3–6 g/L |
| Hazy Pale Ale | 2.5–5 g/L | 4–8 g/L |
| American IPA | 2.5–5 g/L | 4–8 g/L |
| West Coast IPA | 2.5–5 g/L | 4–8 g/L |
| Hazy IPA or NEIPA | 3–6 g/L | 6–12 g/L |
| Double IPA | 4–7 g/L | 8–14 g/L |
| Black IPA | 2–4 g/L | 3–7 g/L |
| Hop-Forward Sour | 1–3 g/L | 2–5 g/L |
The quantities above indicate the total hop amount used at each stage. Eclipse can make up the entire addition in a single-hop beer or approximately 25–50% of a hop blend.
Eclipse can provide strong flavour at relatively modest rates. Several smaller additions can produce better balance and complexity than one oversized addition.
How to Use Eclipse Hops
Bittering
Eclipse’s high alpha-acid content means it can be used for efficient bittering. Calculate the required quantity using the exact alpha-acid percentage printed on the packet and the target bitterness of your recipe.
However, many brewers reserve Eclipse for later additions to maximise its valuable mandarin, citrus-peel and pine aroma.
Late Kettle Additions
Add Eclipse during the final 5–10 minutes of the boil to introduce sweet mandarin, orange, lemon and pine flavour while retaining part of its aromatic character.
Whirlpool Additions
Eclipse performs exceptionally well in the whirlpool. Lower-temperature additions can help retain more of its sweet mandarin and fresh citrus aroma while producing a smoother, juicier hop character.
Dry Hopping
Dry hopping brings out Eclipse’s strongest mandarin, citrus-peel and pine characteristics. Moderate additions work well in lager, Pacific Ale and XPA, while larger additions suit Hazy Pale Ale, IPA and NEIPA.
Multiple smaller additions can help create a layered aroma and reduce the risk of the hop overwhelming lighter malt profiles.
Hop Pairings
Eclipse works well by itself and pairs particularly well with:
- Galaxy for passionfruit, peach and citrus
- Vic Secret for pineapple, tropical fruit and pine
- Citra for mango, lime and grapefruit
- Mosaic for berry, mango and tropical fruit
- Simcoe for grapefruit, pine and resin
- Centennial for lemon, grapefruit and floral notes
- Nectaron for pineapple, passionfruit and ripe peach
- Motueka for lime, lemon and mojito-like citrus
- Nelson Sauvin for white wine, gooseberry and tropical fruit
- Amarillo for orange and floral character
Possible Eclipse Hop Substitutes
No hop provides an exact replacement for Eclipse’s distinctive combination of sweet mandarin, citrus peel and fresh pine. Depending on the recipe, suitable alternatives may include Amarillo, Mandarina Bavaria, Simcoe, Citra, Centennial or Vic Secret.
For the closest overall result, consider combining an orange-forward hop such as Amarillo or Mandarina Bavaria with a pine-forward variety such as Simcoe.
Storage
Store Eclipse hop pellets sealed, cold and protected from oxygen and light. After opening, remove as much air as possible, reseal the packet and return it to refrigerated or frozen storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do Eclipse hops taste like?
Eclipse hops are known for sweet mandarin, zesty citrus peel and fresh pine needle character. They can also produce orange, lemon and subtle passionfruit impressions.
Are Eclipse hops suitable for dry hopping?
Yes. Eclipse is particularly effective as a dry hop, where its sweet mandarin, citrus-peel and pine aromas become most prominent.
Can Eclipse be used as a single hop?
Yes. Eclipse has enough alpha acids for bittering and sufficient flavour intensity for late-kettle, whirlpool and dry-hop additions. It works particularly well in single-hop XPA, Pale Ale and IPA.
Can Eclipse hops be used for bittering?
Yes. Eclipse’s high alpha-acid content makes it an efficient bittering hop. However, many brewers reserve it for later additions to maximise its mandarin, citrus and pine character.
What is the difference between Eclipse and Galaxy?
Eclipse is dominated by sweet mandarin, citrus peel and fresh pine. Galaxy generally produces a more tropical profile featuring passionfruit, juicy peach and tangy citrus.
What beer styles suit Eclipse hops?
Eclipse is particularly well suited to Australian Lager, Pacific Ale, XPA, Hazy Pale Ale, American Pale Ale, IPA, West Coast IPA, NEIPA and Black IPA.
When should Eclipse hops be added?
Use Eclipse early in the boil for bitterness, late in the boil for flavour, in the whirlpool for concentrated mandarin and citrus or as a dry hop for its strongest aroma.
