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Hop water is a non-alcoholic carbonated beverage made by infusing hops into water, providing a non-alcoholic alternative to traditional beer.[1][2][3][4] Unlike other types of non-alcoholic beer, hop water typically has zero calories with 0.0% alcohol, and is gluten free.
History
editHop water first started selling in the early 2010s. Paul Tecker of H2OPS, a California-based company, introduced one of the earliest versions of hop water in 2014, using hops steeped in water to create a carbonated beverage with the bitterness and aroma of beer but without the alcohol content.[5][6][7]
Subsequently, other breweries and beverage companies began producing hop-infused sparkling waters, leading to more hop water brands appearing in the market.[8][9]
According to NielsenIQ, hop water is one of the fastest-growing drinks in the non-alcoholic beverage category.[10][11][12][13] Notable hop water brands include H2OPS, Hoplark, Lagunitas, Sierra Nevada, Summer State HOP WTR, and Athletic Brewing.[14][15][16]
Preparation
editHop water is typically made by steeping hops in water or infusing them into the beverage through various methods. Some brewers may use whole hop cones, while others utilize hop oil or extracts.[17][18][19]
Additional ingredients such as yeast, citric acid, or natural flavors may also be added to enhance the taste of the beverage. The beverage is available in different flavors derived from the various hop varieties used in its production. Flavors can include citrus, pine, tropical fruit or floral, depending on the specific hops used.[20]
References
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- ^ "WTH Is Hop Water & Why Is It So Popular?". Delish. 2024-02-13. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ Johnston, David (2023-06-28). "Is Hop Water the Best Non-Alcoholic Alternative to Beer?". Men's Journal. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kitchener-waterloo/andrew-coppolino-seltzers-1.6017623
- ^ Punch. "Your N/A Cocktail's Secret Weapon: Hop Water". PUNCH. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ "Hop Water: The Sober, Health-Conscious Alternative". Flavorman. 2023-03-29. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ Furnari, Chris. "Hoppy Hydration: Non-Alc Seltzers Made With Beer's Bittering Agent Provide Alternative To Alcohol". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ "Is Hop Water the Best Non-Alcoholic Alternative to Beer?". Yahoo Life. 2023-06-28. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ Weitz, Grace (2023-08-15). "Hop Water Makes a Big Splash Into Non-Alcoholic Beer". Hop Culture. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ Sauter, Em (2023-10-09). "Why Hop Water is Great for Breweries and Consumers - All About Beer". Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ https://nielseniq.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/10/32779-beval-hop-water-infographic-d02.jpg
- ^ Punch. "What Is Hop Water Trying to Be?". PUNCH. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ "Hop water: A new non-alcoholic beverage trend". NIQ. 2022-10-19. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ "Hop Water Isn't Trying to Be Beer. That's Why We Like It". The New York Times. 2024-01-05. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ Mason, Jessica (2024-04-09). "Siren taps into the hop water trend with first release". The Drinks Business. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ https://tsdr.uspto.gov/#caseNumber=97604746&caseSearchType=US_APPLICATION&caseType=DEFAULT&searchType=statusSearch
- ^ "Making Hop Water at Home! | MoreBeer". www.morebeer.com. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ Lambert, Amy (2024-01-16). "Hop Water – A refreshing sparkling minerally hopped infused water, with zero alcohol and zero sugar". Prancing Pony Brewery. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ Process, Mandy Naglich Taste of Home's Editorial (2023-11-06). "What Is Hop Water?". Taste of Home. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
- ^ "Hop Water". Brew Your Own. Retrieved 2024-06-11.
