Hop: Herkules
Description
Herkules is a high alpha acid hop, primarily used for bittering. Was released to the public in 2005 by the Hop Research Center in Hüll, Germany, bred from Hallertau Taurus.
General Information
| Profile | Spice (pepper), resin, floral, fruit, and citrus (orange). |
| Country | Germany |
| Substitutes | Hallertau, Hallertauer Tradition, Magnum |
| Pairs with | Callista, Perle |
| Purpose | Bittering |
| Yield | 2230 - 2400 lbs/acre |
| Storage | Moderate - High |
| Beer Styles | German Ale |
| Resistant | Verticillium wilt |
| Susceptible | Downy mildew, powdery mildew |
Acids
| Alpha Acid | 12.0 - 17.0% |
| Beta Acid | 4.0 - 5.5% |
| Cohumulone | 31.0 - 38.0% |
Oils
| Total Oil | 1.4 - 2.4 mg/100g |
| Myrcene | 30.0 - 50.0% |
| Humulene | 30.0 - 45.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 7.0 - 12.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
Additional Characteristics
| Maturity | Very late |
Herkules Aroma/Flavor Profile
Last Updated
- 2020-05-07 00:00:00 (Added: 2020-05-07 00:00:00)
Source(s)
Did you know?
- Dwarf variety hops grow shorter in height than traditional varieties but, importantly, produce the same yield. This combination makes harvest easier.
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.
Useful Links
- Hop Replacement Calculator - might be a bit outdated but useful for hops pre-2015.