Image: Fresh Motueka Hop Cones

A close-up shot of freshly harvested Motueka hops cones, their vibrant green leaves and pungent resins glistening under soft, warm lighting. In the middle ground, an open hop cone reveals its delicate lupulin glands, the source of the distinctive flavors and aromas. In the background, a blurred array of hop bines climbing a trellis, conveying the lush, verdant environment where these prized hops are grown. The scene evokes the craft and chemistry of brewing, highlighting the crucial role these New Zealand-grown hops play in imparting their signature citrus, pine, and tropical fruit notes to the final beer.

The image is related to: Hops in Beer Brewing: Motueka