Breeding/Development: Developed by the Hopsteiner Breeding Program, Contessa™ is a cross out of Fuggle and Cascade.

Brewing Application: Contessa is a US-grown noble-type hop known for delicate bitterness and elegant aromatics. It is particularly well-suited for hopping pale lagers, pilsner, and Kolsch.

Sensory: green tea, floral, pear, fruity, citrusy, lemongrass, resinous.