Hop: Summer

Description

Summer were bred by Hop Products Australia in attempting to breeding to European standards: good aroma with low bitterness. Dry hopping with Summer allows its profile to shine. Released in 1997 it is a child of Saaz.

General Information

Aliases AU Summer, Australia Summer
Profile Melon, Apricot, Peach, Black Tea
Country Australia
Substitutes Saaz
Pairs with Belma®, Palisade®
Purpose Aroma
Yield 1605-1784 lbs/acre
Beer Styles American Pale Ale, India Pale Ale

Acids

Alpha Acid 5.6 - 6.4%
Beta Acid 4.8 - 6.1%
Cohumulone 20.0 - 25.0%

Oils

Total Oil 1.4 - 2.0 ml/100g
Myrcene 29.0 - 38.0%
Humulene 28.0 - 50.0%
Caryophyllene 8.0 - 11.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%
Last Updated
  • 2021-01-22 18:31:52
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
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