Zamba Hops

Zamba: formerly known as Samba, is the first proprietary release from the BSG Hop Solutions Program. This dynamic hop blend delivers a complex aroma characterized by juicy tropical fruits like pineapple and mango, complemented by stone fruits, candy, and orange tangerine notes. Designed to evoke an overwhelming tropical dance explosion, Zamba is ideal for brewers seeking to create hop-forward ales and lagers with a vibrant fruit profile.

Zamba Hops Overview

• Flavors: Tropical fruit, tangerine, stone fruit
• Primary Usage: Aroma, late kettle additions, dry hopping
• Best Beer Styles: Hazy IPA, IPA, Pale Ale, Session IPA
• Similar Varieties: Mosaic, El Dorado, Azacca, Galaxy

Background

Developed by BSG as part of their Hop Solutions Program, Zamba (HS-1214) represents a significant innovation in hop blending. By combining select hop varieties, BSG created a blend that offers a unique and intense tropical fruit character. Zamba is crafted to enhance late kettle and dry hop additions, ensuring that its complex aroma profile carries through into the finished beer. Its versatility makes it a valuable addition to a wide range of hop-forward beer styles.

Zamba Hop Analysis