Robusta Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Robusta has bred from a female Achilles and male plant ND 2/65/1; which was bred from multiple cross-breedings with Northern Brewer. Shares the same parents as Aroma.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Robusta, the best alternative is Northern Brewer.

At A Glance

Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 3.0 - 5.0%
Substitutes Northern Brewer
Beer Styles Lager

General Information

Country Yugoslavia

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 3.0 - 5.0%
Beta Acid 2.5 - 4.0%
Last Updated
  • 2021-02-08 16:04:08
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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.