Blisk Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Blisk was bred by the Hop Research Institute (Dr. Tone Wagner) in Zalec, Slovenia in the mid 1970's from Atlas and an unknown Yugoslavian male. Developed for dual purpose usage. Currently not grown in significant acreage commercially (0 acres in United States).

At A Glance

Profile Pleasant aroma.
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 9.7 - 14.1%
Beer Styles English Ale, Pilsner

General Information

Country Slovenia
Storage Stability
Retains 45% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 9.7 - 14.1%
Beta Acid 3.3 - 4.8%
Cohumulone 33.0%
Total Oil 1.2 - 3.2 ml/100g
Humulene 11.5%
Farnesene 15.6%

Growth & Cultivation

Maturity Mid to Mid/Late
Resistant Downy mildew
Tolerant Verticillim wilt
Growth Rate Very good
Ease of Harvest 1200 - 2900 pounds/acre
Sex Female
Leaf Color Dark green
Side Arm Length 20 - 30 inches
Last Updated
  • 2021-09-13 19:54:17
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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.