Opus
Hop Variety Characteristics and Specifications

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Hop Variety Description

Crossed in 2013 and released from the Hop Development Program in 2016 Opus® was first grown by Simon Parker in Herefordshire and is a sister to Emperor®. Best used as a late hop, notes of thyme are backed up by a clean lemon finish.
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Hop Variety Tech Specs

Alpha Range: 5-7%
Beta Range: 5-7%
Cohumulone Range: 32-36%
Total Oil: 0.8-10.2ml/100g
Flavour Intensity: 7

Oil Composition

Myrcene: 0.32
Humulene: 27%
Farsene: 3%

In THe Beer

floral / herbal
Citrus
spice
floral / herbal
Citrus
spice

In The Rub

floral
herbal
orange
floral
herbal
orange

More Information About Opus Hop Variety

The Opus hop variety began life on a plot belonging to the grower Simon Parker (Instone Court), but wasn’t due to be selected by Charles Faram. Simon liked the characteristics and growing ability so much that he kept it for a couple of years. He then convinced us to put it to trial with brewers and it came out at the top in feedback.  This is another example of how brewers and growers are a vital part of the programme.

It’s high in geraniol and in humulene which is a combination that’s unique in our stable of varieties and gives a very fruity potential for brewing.

Beers using Opus hops include:

Ossett Brewery Yorkshire Blonde

Oakham Ales Tempest

Wild Horse Brewing Co Pyramid of Heaven

Moorhouses Flip Flop