Herkules Hops: Profile & Substitutions

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.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Herkules, the best alternatives are Hallertau, Hallertauer Tradition, or Magnum.

At A Glance

Profile Spice (pepper), resin, floral, fruit, and citrus (orange).
Purpose Bittering
Alpha Acid 12.0 - 17.0%
Substitutes Hallertau, Hallertauer Tradition, Magnum
Pairs with Callista, Perle
Beer Styles German Ale

General Information

Country Germany
Storage Stability
Moderate - High

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 12.0 - 17.0%
Beta Acid 4.0 - 5.5%
Cohumulone 31.0 - 38.0%
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%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 2230 - 2400 lbs/acre
Maturity Very late
Resistant Verticillium wilt
Susceptible Downy mildew, powdery mildew

Herkules Aroma/Flavor Profile

Last Updated
  • 2020-05-07 00:00:00
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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.