Vic Secret™ Hops
Dual: Aroma and BitteringAlpha 14.0 - 17.0%Australia
Flavor & aroma
Vic Secret™ is a premier Australian aroma hop, developed by Hop Products Australia, that has become a global craft sensation since its commercial debut in 2013. Developed in the lush valleys of Victoria in 2000, this high-alpha variety is a direct sister to the legendary Topaz™. While it shares the iconic tropical intensity of its cousin Galaxy™, Vic Secret is prized for its more refined, "clean" aromatic profile and exceptionally high oil content.
The most fascinating aspect of Vic Secret is its "personality shift" in the brewhouse. When used in the late kettle, the bright fruit often recedes, giving way to a more grounded, earthy character. However, when reserved for the whirlpool or dry-hop, its volatile oils explode with the bold, "New World" vibrancy that defines modern brewing. It is a sophisticated alternative for those who find other Australian hops too overwhelming, offering a more precise and balanced tropical impact.
If you can't find Vic Secret, the best alternatives are Citra®, Enigma™, Galaxy™, or Mosaic®.
At A Glance
| Profile | Passion fruit, pineapple, pine |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Dual: Aroma and Bittering |
| Alpha Acid | 14.0 - 17.0% |
| Substitutes | Citra®, Enigma™, Galaxy™, Mosaic® |
| Pairs with | Citra® (to amplify citrus notes), Galaxy™ (to create a tropical "powerhouse" blend), Simcoe® (to deepen the resinous pine character) |
| Beer Styles | Hazy India Pale Ale, West Coast India Pale Ale, American Pale Ale, Hoppy Lager |
General Information
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Aliases | Victoria, Victoria’s Secret, Victoria Secret, Vic Secretariat, HPA-035 |
| Storage Stability | Fair to good |
Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 14.0 - 17.0% |
|---|---|
| Beta Acid | 5.0 - 9.0% |
| Cohumulone | 51.0 - 57.0% |
| Total Oil | 1.9 - 2.8 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 38.0 - 41.0% |
| Humulene | 12.0 - 21.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 11.0 - 15.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
| Linalool | 0.3 - 0.5% |
| B-Pinene | 0.4 - 0.6% |
| Geraniol | 0.1 - 0.3% |
Growth & Cultivation
| Yield | 2,100 - 2,900 lbs/acre |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Mid-to-late season |
| Growth Rate | Very high |
| Cones | Medium-sized, relatively dense, and packed with golden lupulin |
| Ease of Harvest | Good; bines are strong and cones separate well for mechanical picking |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Medium green |
| Side Arm Length | Medium to long |
Vic Secret™ Aroma/Flavor Profile
- 2026-03-02 21:04:22