Astra™ Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Astra™ was bred at Ellerslie Hop Estate in Victoria, Australia with initial commercial release in 2016. This is a versatile hop that can be used early and late in the kettle and for dry hopping.

At A Glance

Profile White Wine, Sweet Tropical Fruits, Candied Orange, Passion Fruit, Spice, Resin
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 7.0 - 10.0%
Beer Styles American Pale Ale, Australian Ale, India Pale Ale, Amber Ale

General Information

Country Australia

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 7.0 - 10.0%
Beta Acid 4.0 - 6.0%
Cohumulone 26.0 - 28.0%
Total Oil 1.0 - 3.0 ml/100g
Humulene 6.0 - 8.0%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 1873 - 2300 lbs/acre
Last Updated
  • 2021-01-29 18:09:35
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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.