
Citra
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- Is known for a distinctive citrus aroma that carries over to the beer it is used in. It has fairly high
alpha acids and total oil content with low cohumulone content. It provides a super fruity, juicy apricot
aroma.
Aroma: Strong citrus, fruity
Alpha Acids: 11 -13%
Beta Acids: 3.5 – 4.5%
Cohumulone: 22 -24% of alpha acids
Myrcene: 60 – 65% of total oil
Humulene: 11 -13% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 6 – 8% of total oil
Farnesene: 0% of total oil
Yield Potential: 1400-1600 lb/ac
Possible Substitutions: Unknown
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Cluster
- Cluster has medium alpha acids content and is generally used for bittering. Cluster can also give a
black currant aroma/ flavor making it a good dual purpose hop.
Aroma: Floral and spicy
Alpha Acids: 5.5 – 8.5%
Beta Acids: 4.5 – 5.5%
Cohumulone: 37 – 43% of alpha acids
Myrcene: 45 – 55% of total oil
Humulene: 15 – 18% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 6 – 7% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil
Yield Potential: 1700-2140 lb/ac
Possible Substitutions: Galena
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Columbus
- This is a super high-alpha variety and is a low cohumulone hop which gives a clean but long-
lasting bitterness to beer. Columbus is often described as having a citrusy and slightly woody aroma.
Aroma: Aromatic, pungent
Alpha Acids: 14.5 – 16.5%
Beta Acids: 4 – 5%
Cohumulone: 28 – 32% of alpha acids
Myrcene: 40 – 50% of total oil
Humulene: 12 – 18% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 9 – 11% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil
Yield Potential: 2000-2500 lb/ac
Possible Substitutions: CTZ, Chinook, Galena, Nugget
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