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AlphAroma Hop Plant

AlphAroma Hop Plant

Origin New Zealand

Primary Use Dual Purpose

Height Tall

Cultivar or Brand ID 70-4-9

Licence None

AlphAroma was re-released from the New Zealand Hop breeding programme in 2007 for trials under organics and now widely established under conventional cultivation. 
 
A uniquely bred triploid, purpose-bred hop, this varietal originated in the 1970s but was not commercially released until about 1983. AlphAroma was developed from Smooth Cone through open pollination. The unique oil balance and medium alpha acid content makes AlphAroma a dual purpose hop. Put these characteristics to good use by adding this hop to Pale Ales and Lagers to add a firm bitterness as well as a citrusy, fruity aroma. 
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Flavour Description:

Apricot, plum, mango, pear, and other stone fruits

  • Growing Information

    Season Maturity Late

    Ease of Harvest Medium

    Typical Yield 1230 - 3810 kg/hectare

    Wilt Sensitivity Unknown

    Prowdery Mildew Unknown

    Downy Mildew Moderately Susceptible

  • Common Brewing Values

    Alpha Acid 9 - 12%

    Beta Acid 5 - 6%

    Co-Humulone 23 - 25%

    Total Oils 1.8 - 2.2 mL/100g

    Myrcene 55 - 57%

    Humulene 16 - 17%

    Caryophyllene 5 - 6%

    Farnesene 4 - 5%