Innovation and Development of Aqueous Hop Extracts in Beverages

The chapter explores the innovation and development of a hot water product called Hopkick, showcasing its versatility in enhancing flavors and reducing artificial sweetness in beverages like hopwaters, seltzers, teas, and more. It discusses how aqueous hop extracts can improve the taste of energy drinks, CBD-based beverages, and even lime notes in beer, providing a natural and rounded flavor profile with fewer steps compared to using multiple natural extracts.