Sultana™ Hops
Dual: Aroma and BitteringAlpha 13.0 - 16.0%United States
Flavor & aroma
Sultana™ is a high-performance American variety that truly lives up to its "larger-than-life" reputation. Bred in 2006 by the Hopsteiner program, this variety was born from a powerhouse lineage: 50% Nugget, 25% Columbus, and 25% USDA 19058m. After ten years of rigorous evaluation, it was originally released under the name Denali, before being renamed Sultana™™ as a tribute to the massive, majestic peak in the Alaska Range.
Known affectionately by some growers as "Nuggetzilla," Sultana™ is famous in the field for its giant, resin-heavy cones and aggressive vertical growth. For the brewer, it represents the pinnacle of "Super Alpha" hops—offering a staggering essential oil content that delivers a saturated, fruit-forward intensity that few other varieties can match.
If you can't find Sultana, the best alternatives are Galena, Nugget, Simcoe®, or Vic Secret™.
At A Glance
| Profile | Pineapple, Citrus, Lemon Zest, Resinous Dank Pine |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Dual: Aroma and Bittering |
| Alpha Acid | 13.0 - 16.0% |
| Substitutes | Galena, Nugget, Simcoe®, Vic Secret™ |
| Pairs with | Citra® (to amplify citrus), El Dorado® (for added candy/fruit notes), Simcoe® (to deepen the resinous pine) |
| Beer Styles | Hazy India Pale Ale, West Coast India Pale Ale, Imperial India Pale Ale, Wheat Beer |
General Information
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Aliases | Denali, Nuggetzilla, Experimental #06277 |
| Storage Stability | Very good |
Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 13.0 - 16.0% |
|---|---|
| Beta Acid | 3.5 - 5.0% |
| Cohumulone | 22.0 - 26.0% |
| Total Oil | 3.0 - 4.5 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 60.0 - 70.0% |
| Humulene | 10.0 - 15.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 5.0 - 10.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
| Linalool | 0.3 - 0.6% |
| B-Pinene | 0.7% |
| Geraniol | 0.5% |
Growth & Cultivation
| Yield | 2,500 - 2,765 lbs/acre |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Late season |
| Resistant | Powdery Mildew (high) |
| Growth Rate | Vigorous |
| Cones | Notably huge and very dense, often significantly larger than standard American varieties |
| Ease of Harvest | High; despite the massive cone size, the bines are strong and well-suited for high-volume mechanical |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Dark, forest green |
| Side Arm Length | 24" - 36" |
Sultana™ Aroma/Flavor Profile
- 2026-03-26 18:26:49
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