Gemini Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Gemini was bred and released by Great Lakes Hops. It is best used as a aroma/flavor hop where it's profile really shines.

At A Glance

Profile Honey Dew, Strawberry, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Fruit Cocktail
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 6.0 - 9.6%

General Information

Country United States
Alias GLH-8582

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 6.0 - 9.6%
Beta Acid 3.0 - 4.3%
Cohumulone 33.7%
Total Oil 0.9 ml/100g
Myrcene 17.8%
Humulene 24.7%
Caryophyllene 12.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%
Geraniol 0.02%

Growth & Cultivation

Maturity Mid to late season
Cones Density: medium. Shape: ovate and bullet with square sidewalls
Leaf Color Green
Side Arm Length 12" - 24"
Last Updated
  • 2020-12-11 08:23:01
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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.