Wildflower in hop tasting notes usually refers to light, sweet, pollen‑like floral aromas reminiscent of meadow flowers or mixed blossoms, rather than sharper perfumey or herbal florals (like lavender or rose). It's often subtle, soft, and slightly honeyed, and can add a delicate complexity when balanced with citrus, fruit, or herbal tones, but can seem soapy or perfumey if overdone or used without support. It is generally desirable in styles that showcase nuance over aggressive bitterness: Saisons and Farmhouse Ales, Kölsch, Blond Ales, Belgian Ales (Singles, Blond, Tripel), some pale lagers (Italian or German Pils), and modern Pale Ales or IPAs that aim for softer, aromatic profiles. Brewers often use floral hops late in the boil or in dry hopping to layer gentle floral top notes over more dominant citrus, stone fruit, or spicy elements.
Lórien hops, a new addition to the hop family, have been developed with a specific vision in mind: to complement and enhance the crisp, refreshing qualities of lager beers. As the third commercial hop launch from Indie Hops, Lórien is a progeny of a Sterling female and a German male hop, embodying a blend of Old World and New World …