Agnus
Hop Variety Characteristics and Specifications

Hop Variety Description

Bred from a number of varieties including Bor, Fuggle, Northern Brewer, Saaz and Sladek. Released in 2001 from the Hop Research Institute. Agnus is a high alpha European variety, valued for its clean bittering properties.Hop Growers Union of Czechia brewing trials have shown that the hop has a positive effect on beer stability, making it a good choice for lager beer.

Hop Variety Tech Specs

Alpha Range: 12-14%
Beta Range: 12-14%
Cohumulone Range: 29-38%
Total Oil: 20.0-30.0ml/100g
Flavour Intensity: 8

Oil Composition

Myrcene: 40-55%
Humulene: 15-20%
Farsene: <1%

In THe Beer

spice
floral / herbal
woody

In The Rub

Citrus
spice
floral