West Coast Hop Breeding announces release of Celeste. Celeste, formerly known by experimental names WCHB-102 and 2B, is named for heavenly beauty. Celeste features bright, sweet, and clean notes of passion fruit, honeydew, and pine. 

Celeste represents a breakthrough in combining excellent agronomics and an intense contemporary aroma profile. 

High yield plus high aroma intensity means Celeste is one of the most efficient and sustainable sources of hop aroma.

Celeste™ has been in commercial trials since 2023 gathering steam and reputation in all styles from hazy IPA to West Coast IPA to stunning in stripped down hoppy pilsners – including in the Farm Aid collaborative beer to highlight the story of family hop farmers. 

Celeste is available now through The Hop Guild, Charles Faram Canada and US, and direct through West Coast Hop Breeding.