Let your homebrew sing with flavor and aroma. The Columbus Hop Pellets - 1 oz (4217A) are a domestic variety with an average alpha of 14.0% to bring bold flavor to your brew. They are a high-alpha hops with pungent aroma and clean bittering excellent for bitter ales and American IPA styles.Bold: These Columbus Hop Pellets are a domestic variety with an average alpha of 14.0% to bring bold flavor to your brew. Flavorful: They are a high-alpha hops with pungent aroma and clean bittering excellent for bitter ales and American IPA styles.