Styrian Wolf Hops
Dual: Aroma and BitteringAlpha 13.0 - 18.0%Slovenia
Flavor & aroma
Styrian Wolf is a revolutionary variety that represents a bold new frontier in European hop breeding. Released in 2016 by the Slovenian Institute of Hop Research and Brewing, it was specifically engineered to challenge the global dominance of American "Super Alpha" hops. While it hails from a region world-famous for the delicate, herbal Styrian Golding, the Wolf is an entirely different breed.
This variety combines a staggering essential oil content—often exceeding 4.0 mL per 100g—with a massive alpha acid potential. This makes it an incredibly efficient "dual-purpose" powerhouse. It offers brewers a high-yield, high-impact alternative for modern, hop-forward styles while maintaining the clean, traditional agricultural pedigree of the Slovenian hop-growing tradition.
If you can't find Styrian Wolf, the best alternatives are Amarillo®, Citra®, Mosaic®, or Styrian Dragon.
At A Glance
| Profile | Ripe Strawberry, Blueberry, Passionfruit, Citrus Zest, Pink Grapefruit, Floral, Elderflower, Violet |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Dual: Aroma and Bittering |
| Alpha Acid | 13.0 - 18.0% |
| Substitutes | Amarillo®, Citra®, Mosaic®, Styrian Dragon |
| Pairs with | Citra® (to amplify the tropical notes), Saaz (to ground the fruit with a touch of noble spice), Styrian Dragon (to add a citrus/floral punch) |
| Beer Styles | Northeast India Pale Ale, Hazy India Pale Ale, West Coast India Pale Ale, Modern Pilsner, Saison |
General Information
| Country | Slovenia |
|---|---|
| Storage Stability | Very good |
Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 13.0 - 18.0% |
|---|---|
| Beta Acid | 5.0 - 6.0% |
| Cohumulone | 22.0 - 25.0% |
| Total Oil | 3.0 - 4.5 ml/10gg |
| Myrcene | 60.0 - 70.0% |
| Humulene | 5.0 - 9.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 2.0 - 4.0% |
| Farnesene | 4.0 - 7.0% |
| Linalool | 0.8 - 1.2% |
| Geraniol | 0.3 - 0.5% |
Growth & Cultivation
| Yield | 2,150 - 2,500 lbs/acre |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Mid-to-late season |
| Resistant | Downy Mildew (high), Powdery Mildew (high) |
| Susceptible | Verticillum Wilt |
| Growth Rate | Very high |
| Cones | Medium to large, very dense, and heavily saturated with bright yellow lupulin |
| Ease of Harvest | Excellent; specifically selected for its suitability for modern high-speed mechanical picking |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Medium-dark green |
| Side Arm Length | 24" - 36" |
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