Eroica Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Eroica is a descendant of Brewers Gold that was the result of an open pollination in Idaho in 1968. The hop was released commercially in 1982. Eroica was a high alpha hop for the time period. The usage of Eroica hops at the commercial level has all but disappeared as Galena is more favorable.

Eroica is high yield, high alpha acids, and a very late maturity.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Eroica, the best alternatives are Brewers Gold, Bullion, Galena, or Glacier.

At A Glance

Profile Zest, fruit.
Purpose Bittering
Alpha Acid 10.0 - 15.0%
Substitutes Brewers Gold, Bullion, Galena, Glacier
Beer Styles Porter, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale, Amber Ale

General Information

Country United States
Storage Stability
Retains 75% - 80% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 10.0 - 15.0%
Beta Acid 3.0 - 5.3%
Cohumulone 40.0 - 46.0%
Total Oil 0.8 - 1.3 ml/100g
Myrcene 55.0 - 65.0%
Humulene < 1.0%
Caryophyllene 7.0 - 13.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 1800 - 2200 lbs/acre
Maturity Late
Resistant Downy mildew (moderate), Verticillium wilt
Growth Rate Very high
Cones Medium size with compact density
Ease of Harvest Easy
Sex Female
Leaf Color Medium green
Side Arm Length 24" - 40"
Last Updated
  • 2020-05-07 18:27:36
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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.