Omega Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Omega was developed at Wye College, England by Dr. Neve, shortly before him stepping down as head of the Hop Section. Pedigree of Challenger and wild English male. Despite good resistance to Verticillium Wilt, low yield has kept this hop from taking off.

At A Glance

Profile Pleasant continental aroma: floral, herbal and spice.
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 9.0 - 10.0%

General Information

Country United Kingdom
Storage Stability
Retains 78% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 9.0 - 10.0%
Beta Acid 3.0 - 4.0%
Cohumulone 29.0%
Total Oil 1.7 ml/100g
Myrcene 53.0%
Humulene 17.0%
Caryophyllene 5.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 925 lbs/acre
Maturity Mid season
Resistant Downy Mildew (moderate), Verticillium Wilt
Growth Rate Fair to Good
Sex Female
Leaf Color Dark green
Side Arm Length 12" - 24"
Last Updated
  • 2021-01-20 10:56:09
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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.