Hop: Polaris
Description
Polaris was bred in Hüll, Germany and released in 2012 by Hop Research Institute. Very high in alpha acid and oils that create interesting aroma characteristics: wintergreen, menthol, eucalyptus, and green apple candy with Hallertau-like sweetness and herbal.
General Information
| Alias | German Polaris |
| Profile | Menthol, pineapple, spice, fruity, and floral |
| Country | Germany |
| Substitutes | Herkules |
| Purpose | Dual: Aroma and Bittering |
| Beer Styles | IPA, Pale Ale |
| Resistant | Verticillium wilt |
| Susceptible | Downly mildew, powdery mildew, aphid |
Acids
| Alpha Acid | 18.0 - 23.0% |
| Beta Acid | 4.5 - 6.0% |
| Cohumulone | 22.0 - 28.0% |
Oils
| Total Oil | 4.0 - 5.0 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 50.0% |
| Humulene | 20.0 - 35.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 8.0 - 13.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
Additional Characteristics
| Maturity | Very late |
Polaris Aroma/Flavor Profile
Fact Sheet(s)
Last Updated
- 2020-11-24 08:38:15 (Added: 2020-11-24 08:38:15)
Source(s)
Did you know?
- Dwarf variety hops grow shorter in height than traditional varieties but, importantly, produce the same yield. This combination makes harvest easier.
Explanations
- Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
- Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.
Useful Links
- Hop Replacement Calculator - might be a bit outdated but useful for hops pre-2015.