Hersbrucker
Hop Variety Characteristics and Specifications

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Hop Variety Description

Originating from the Hersbruck region of Southern Germany, it is now primarily grown in Hallertau and Spalt. A delicate aroma hop used mainly in lager beer, it has also been successful in the production of lighter cask conditioned ales.

Hop Variety Tech Specs

Alpha Range: 2-4%
Beta Range: 2-4%
Cohumulone Range: 17-25%
Total Oil: 0.5-10.3ml/100g
Flavour Intensity: 6

Oil Composition

Myrcene: 15-30%
Humulene: 15-35%
Farsene: <1%

In THe Beer

floral / herbal
spice
woody

In The Rub

floral
herbal
earthy

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