Hop waters and NA beverages aren’t a compromise; they’re a new creative playground. Water-soluble hop aroma products such as LLZ™, SalvoPlus™, and Hop Oils make it easier than ever to create flavorful, hop-inspired drinks that appeal to both traditional beer lovers and health-conscious consumers. In this article, we want to show you just how easy it is to create scalable, low-lift, high-return recipes with applicable pricing.
No brewery likes the ill-fated words – Dry January. The post-holiday shift toward wellness and moderation often slows beer sales, but it also opens new doors for creativity and innovation. As consumer preferences continue to evolve, hop-forward, non-alcoholic beverages are finding their moment — and Hopsteiner’s range of advanced hop products are helping brewers lead that change.
Hopsteiner’s suite of modernized advanced hop products provide low-lift solutions to participate in this space without compromising on quality or creativity. With the right tools, you can turn lemons into delicious, money making, hop lemonade. From hop waters and mocktails to RTDs and beer, hop-based beverages are redefining this space and Hopsteiner’s range of modernized hop products can help elevate your portfolio.
LLZ™: Bright Lemon and Crisp Lime
LLZ™ is a 100% hop-derived citrus oil with vibrant notes of fresh lemon and crisp lime. LLZ™ supports clean labeling as a semi-clear, water-soluble hop solution. Perfect for hop waters, seltzers, NA beers, or beer beers.
Expressive flavor and aroma without any bitterness or vegetative material. Its clarity and flowability make it easy to dose on the cold side or post-fermentation, minimizing waste and improving yield efficiency with no emulsifiers or additives.
Key Features:
- Concentrated, true-to-nature lemon-lime aroma and flavor
- 100% hop-derived and additive-free
- Semi-clear, water-soluble, and easy to integrate
- Ideal for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- No vegetative matter for higher yield and less loss
- $125/kilo - Available in 100g, 250g, 500g, 750g, 1kg, 5kg
Put it to the test:
Start with 5 to 30ppm LLZ™ (58.7 – 352+ g/bbl of LLZ™ 1%). 15ppm of LLZ™ in carbonated water (~$22.30/bbl).
| 1 Liter of carbonated water* | Unknown mineral content—your acid needs will vary! Target 3.5pH |
| ~0.26 g/L of Citric acid | ~30.5g/bbl (~$0.16/bbl) |
| ~0.10 g/L of Malic acid | ~11.7g/bbl (~$0.14/bbl) |
| ~1.5g/L of LLZ™ 1% hop oil | ~176g/bbl for approx. 15 ppm total oil contribution (~$22.00/bbl) |
SalvoPlus™: Smooth Aroma, Zero Bitterness
SalvoPlus™ is a 100% hop-derived, water soluble hop aroma solution engineered for modern brewing excellence. Derived entirely from CO₂ hop extract, this solvent-free, emulsifier-free, liquid concentrate delivers a potent combination of essential hop oils and beta acids—without introducing vegetal matter or unwanted bitterness.
SalvoPlus™ is designed for both hot and cold side applications, providing a clean, efficient, and scalable way to achieve vibrant hop character. Its unique formulation focuses on maximizing aroma and yield, making it ideal for both NA and low-alcohol applications where balance and precision are key.
Key Features:
- Expressive hop aroma and flavor
- 100% hop-derived and additive-free
- No-IBUs or sensorial bitterness
- No vegetative matter for higher yield and less loss
- Hot and cold-side applicable
- $125/kilo - Available in 50g, 100g, 250g, 500g, 750g, 1kg bottles
Put it to the test:
For desired hop water, follow same instructions above. For beer start with 10 to 40ppm OIL (11.73g/bbl-46.93g/bbl+) before/during active fermentation. For seltzer start with 2.5 to 10ppm (2.9 -11.73+ g/bbl). Balance 12ppm LLZ™ oil & SalvoPlus™ 12ppm SalvoPlus™ hop flavor (~$19.59/bbl).
| 1 Liter of carbonated water* | Unknown mineral content—your acid needs will vary! Target 3.5pH |
| ~0.15 g/L of Citric acid | ~17.6g/bbl (~$0.10/bbl) |
| ~0.06 g/L of Malic acid | ~7g/bbl (~$0.09/bbl) |
| ~1.2g/L of LLZ™ 1% hop oil | 141g/bbl for approx. 12 ppm total oil contribution (~$17.63/bbl) |
| ~0.12g/L of SalvoPlus™ | 14.1g/bbl for approx. 12 ppm total oil contribution (~$1.77/bbl) |
Hop Oils: Precision in Every Drop
Hopsteiner’s Hop Oils offer brewers and beverage producers unmatched versatility and control. Extracted directly from hops and standardized for aroma consistency, our Hop Oils deliver the distinct profiles of specific varieties such as Sultana™, Bravo™, and Eureka™.
Whether you’re developing a zero-proof IPA, hop-infused sparkling water, or a functional recovery drink, Hop Oils provide pure, authentic hop character with precise, measurable dosing.
Key Features:
- Variety specific hop aroma and flavor
- 100% hop-derived and additive-free
- No-IBUs or sensorial bitterness
- No vegetative matter for higher yield and less loss
- Hot and cold-side applicable
- Pricing varies - Available in steam and thin-film
Put it to the test:
Balance Hop Oil, LLZ™, & SalvoPlus™ hop flavor (~$9.31/bbl): 12ppm oil from Eureka™ steamed distilled hop oil & SalvoPlus™. Play with new variety of hop oil to hit different top notes!
| 1 Liter of carbonated water* | Unknown mineral content—your acid needs will vary! Target 3.5pH |
| ~0.15 g/L of Citric acid | ~17.6g/bbl (~$0.10/bbl) |
| ~0.06 g/L of Malic acid | ~7g/bbl (~$0.09/bbl) |
| ~1.2g/L of LLZ™ 1% hop oil | 141g/bbl for approx. 12 ppm total oil contribution (~$7.35/bbl) |
| ~0.12g/L of SalvoPlus™ | 14.1g/bbl for approx. 12 ppm total oil contribution (~$1.77/bbl) |
Turning Abstinence Into Opportunity
Low lift. High return
Unlike beer, hop water doesn’t tie up tanks, yeast, or time. Ingredient costs are minimal, and prototyping new flavors can be as easy as adding a few drops of LLZ™, SalvoPlus™, or hop oils to carbonated water.
Fast to scale
Our water-soluble products like LLZ™, SalvoPlus™, or hop oils are designed for clean, refreshing hop expression without bitterness. Dosing and carbonation can be done in hours, not days.
Consumer-driven
Hop water and flavorful mocktail connect directly with today’s drinkers, from sober-curious Millennials to wellness-minded Gen Zers. It delivers the ritual and refreshment of beer, minus the alcohol.
Hopsteiner’s suite of advanced hop products provide low-lift solutions to participate in this space without compromising on quality or creativity. Products like LLZ™, SalvoPlus™, and Hop Oils allow you to capture all the aroma, flavor, and depth of hops while maintaining full control over bitterness, budget, and yield.
From hop waters and mocktails to RTDs and beer, hop-based beverages are redefining what “refreshing” means. By using water-soluble hop oils and extracts, you too can craft bright, aromatic, and authentic experiences that keep customers engaged. What will you come up with?
Interested in exploring hop-derived flavor solutions for your next beverage project?
Visit Hopsteiner.com or contact our technical team to learn more about LLZ™, SalvoPlus™, and Hop Oils.
