METHOD FOR PRODUCING BEVERAGE HAVING BEER TASTE USING HOP BRACT

摘要

A method for producing a beer-taste beverage, characterized in that the method includes adding a hop bract-containing composition having an ±-acid content of less than 1% by weight of the composition in the step of producing a beer-taste beverage. According to the present invention, by the use of the hop bracts, it is possible to realize a balance between the bitterness, aroma derived from hops, and taste that cannot be achieved by a conventional production method. By appropriately adjusting the timing of adding hop bracts, beer-taste beverages having preferred features and strength of the aroma and controlled taste can be provided.