Check the listing for details. Comet Hop Pellets - 8 oz. Condition: New. Listed at 17.95 USD. Comet Hop Pellets - 8 ozOrigin: USA. Comet is a cross of English hops with a wild American variety and was first released in 1974. Commercial production ceased in the 1980s as it was phased out in favor of new super-high alpha varieties. Recently however, it has enjoyed a comeback thanks to its unique profile.Usage: Intended as high-alpha bittering hop when first released, Comet has found a second life as an aroma variety in IPAs, wild ales, farmhouse beers, and other cutting-edge craft styles.Aroma & Flavor Characteristics: Dominated by citrus zest and fragrant grassy character, with undertones of old-school earthy bitterness.To preserve freshness, all BSG HandCraft hops are packaged in nitrogen-flushed, oxygen and light-barrier packages.Specifications:Alpha Acid Range% 9 - 12.0Beta Acid Range% 3.0 - 6.0Co-Humulone as % of Alpha 40 – 45Total Oil mL/100 g 1.0 – 1.5