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Most™ Hops
Dual: Aroma and BitteringAlpha 9.0 - 12.0%Czech Republic
Flavor & aroma
Most™ is a groundbreaking variety that represents the modern evolution of the Central European hop tradition. Released in 2020 as part of the Charles Faram Hop Development Programme, it is a sister to both Jester™ and Olicana®. While its siblings are quintessential UK hops, Most™ made history as the first Faram variety to be grown in the Czech Republic. Appropriately, its name is taken from the Czech city of Most, which translates to "bridge"—symbolizing its role as a genetic link between the refined herbal elegance of the Old World and the intense, fruit-forward aromatics of the New World.
The sensory profile of Most™ is a vivid and multi-dimensional arrangement of bright tropical fruits and classic European spice. It leads with a primary, "orchard-fresh" bouquet of sweet strawberry, honeydew melon, and citrus zest, followed by a sophisticated secondary layer of dried herbs, cedar, and a hint of floral honey. As the profile develops, brewers will find a pleasant "Noble" snap and a subtle resinous background that remains exceptionally clean and polished on the palate. Thanks to its remarkably low cohumulone levels and high oil saturation, it is best suited for late additions and dry hopping where its unique fruit-saturated Czech soul can truly shine.
If you can't find Most, the best alternatives are Boomerang, Cascade, Kazbek, or Saaz Shine.
At A Glance
| Profile | Tropical Fruit, Spice, Strawberry, Honeydew Melon, Citrus Zest, Dried Herbs, Cedar, Floral Honey, Resinous |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Dual: Aroma and Bittering |
| Alpha Acid | 9.0 - 12.0% |
| Substitutes | Boomerang, Cascade, Kazbek, Saaz Shine |
| Pairs with | Citra® (to push the tropical boundaries into a full-scale "juice" profile), Kazbek (to amplify the wild citrus and earthiness), Saaz (to anchor the fruit with traditional spice) |
| Beer Styles | New-Style Pilsner, India Pale Lager, Northeast India Pale Ale, Pale Ale, Saison |
General Information
| Country | Czech Republic |
|---|---|
| Storage Stability | Good |
Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 9.0 - 12.0% |
|---|---|
| Beta Acid | 4.0 - 6.5% |
| Cohumulone | 20.0 - 25% |
| Total Oil | 1.5 - 2.5 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 35.0 - 50.0% |
| Humulene | 15.0 - 25.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 8.0 - 12.0% |
| Farnesene | 1.0 - 3.0% |
| Linalool | ~0.5% |
Growth & Cultivation
| Yield | 1,800 - 2,200 lbs/acre |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Mid to Late Season |
| Growth Rate | Very High / Vigorous |
| Cones | Medium to large, oval, and densely packed with bright, resin-rich lupulin. The cones are noted for t |
| Ease of Harvest | Excellent; the bines are structurally strong and specifically selected for high-speed mechanical pic |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Medium Green |
| Side Arm Length | 20" - 35" (medium) |
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