Oktawia Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Octavia was bred in Poland is a cross between Brewers Gold, Northern Brewer, and a wild hop from the former Yugoslavia.

Oktawia offers rich aromas of melon, white grape, lime, and fresh cucumber. The hop was close to extinction until Olimp Brewery used it in a single hop pale ale, Zefir, that received great reviews.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Oktawia, the best alternatives are Brewers Gold, Marynka, or Northern Brewer.

At A Glance

Profile Melon, White Grape, Lime, and Cucumber
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 6.9 - 9.3%
Substitutes Brewers Gold, Marynka, Northern Brewer
Pairs with Iunga, Magnum, Mosaic®
Beer Styles Pilsner, American Pale Ale, American India Pale Ale, Altbier

General Information

Country Poland
Alias Octavia

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 6.9 - 9.3%
Beta Acid 3.8%
Cohumulone 2.6%
Total Oil 1.6 ml/100g
Myrcene 50.8%
Humulene 10.3%
Caryophyllene 5.7%
Last Updated
  • 2020-12-14 14:10:58
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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.