Iunga Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Iunga was bred from a cross of Lubelski and Yugoslavian male. The high alpha brings a nice bitterness while there are strong aroma notes too.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Iunga, the best alternatives are Galena, Nugget, or Target.

At A Glance

Profile Pineapple, Peach, Citrus
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 8.0 - 12.5%
Substitutes Galena, Nugget, Target
Pairs with Cascade, Centennial, Citra®, Saaz
Beer Styles India Pale Ale, Stout

General Information

Country Poland
Aliases Junga, Lunga

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 8.0 - 12.5%
Beta Acid 3.5%
Cohumulone 3.1%
Total Oil 1.5 ml/100g
Myrcene 60.3%
Humulene 14.3%
Caryophyllene 6.6%
Last Updated
  • 2021-01-11 18:40:16
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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.