Tradition hops oil profile contributes to a wonderfully earthy and grassy character atop a nose of nectar fruits. It is best used late in the boil, or for dry hopping. This utilization is preferential since its humulene content has been noted to dissipate rapidly when heated.
Characteristics | Earthy, grassy, notes of fruit, nectar |
Usage | Aroma |
Alpha Acid | 3.5% - 5.5% |
Beta Acid | 3.5% - 4.0% |
Co-Humulone | 23.0% - 29.0% |
Total Oil | 0.7 - 1.3 mL/100g |
Myrcene | 20.0% - 25.0% |
Humulene | 40.0% - 50.0% |
Caryophyllene | 10.0% - 15.0% |
Farnesene | 0% - 1.0% |
Substitutes | |
Style Guide | Lagers, light beer styles, American lager |