Hop: Kazbek

Description

Kazbek was bred in Czechoslovakia from Saaz and a wild hop similar to Cascade. Its aroma is similar to Saaz but more intense. Released in 2008. It is named for the Kazbek peak, one of the highest in the Caucasus mountain range. Great in beers that need an intense noble hop profile.

General Information

Profile Grapefruit, Lemon, Spice
Country Czechoslovakia
Substitutes Saaz, Sterling
Purpose Aroma
Yield High
Storage Fair to good
Beer Styles Lager, American Pale Ale
Resistant Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew

Acids

Alpha Acid 5.0 - 8.0%
Beta Acid 4.0 - 6.0%
Cohumulone 35.0 - 40.0%

Oils

Total Oil 0.9 - 1.8 ml/100g
Myrcene 40.0 - 55.0%
Humulene 20.0 - 35.0%
Caryophyllene 10.0 - 15.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%
Linalool 0.3 - 0.5%

Additional Characteristics

Growth Rate High vigor
Cones Elongated; Medium Density
Maturity Late
Ease of Harvest Good
Last Updated
  • 2021-01-19 16:44:28 (Added: 2021-01-19 16:44:28)
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  • Dwarf variety hops grow shorter in height than traditional varieties but, importantly, produce the same yield. This combination makes harvest easier.
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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.
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