Strata is a relatively newer variety. It comes in at 14% Alpha Acids and boasts wonderful dank aromas of orange, menthol and fruit. The menthol and orange comes through on the nose as well as the dank orange on the final product.
I’ll never forget the first beer I had with strata. I was hooked! It was a hazy ipa and it was paired with citra. It was phenomenal!
Of course, l’ve used Strata in NEIPA, but also successfully in lagers. It would go well West Coast IPA, Cold IPAs, and Pale Ales. If you’re looking for a sure fire orange or dankness in your beer you need to get Strata!
Strata pairs well with Mosaic and Simcoe. They are complimentary to one another. This combo makes a flavor bomb that will stick to your tongue and leaving you for another sip!
Strata was the first hop variety bred entirely in Oregon to go from experimental field to full commercial release, making it kind of the “homegrown pride” of the state’s hop scene.
By Matt Dailey, Oil Creek Brewing Co.
Matt Dailey is an emotional support teacher in Titusville, Pennsylvania. When he’s not brewing you’ll find him spending time with his wife and 2 kids or on the golf course. You can check Matt out on Instagram and Facebook.
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