Agnus was released in 2001 by Hop Research Institute in Žatec, Czech Republic. High oil content makes this a useful for dry hopping yielding herbal and spicy notes.
Bred from descendants of Sládek, Saaz, Northern Brewer, Bor and Fuggle. The name is derived from the Latin meaning of the person (Frantisek Beranek) attributed to breeding the hop at the Hop Research Institute.
While often used for its clean bitterness in German-style ales, its unique lychee and orange zest undertones allow it to bridge the gap between old-world spice and modern fruity profiles.
If you can't find Agnus, the best alternatives are Columbus, Magnum, Nugget, or Target.
| Country | Czech Republic |
| Storage Stability |
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| Alpha Acid | 9.0 - 15.0% |
| Beta Acid | 4.0 - 6.5% |
| Cohumulone | 29.0 - 38.0% |
| Total Oil | 2.0 - 3.0 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 40.0 - 55.0% |
| Humulene | 15.0 - 20.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 8.0 - 10.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
| 2-Undekanone | 0.3 - 0.8% |
| Selinene | 1.0 - 3.0% |
| Total Polyphenols | 4.0 - 5.5% |
| Xanthohumol | 0.7 - 1.1% |
| Yield | 1,600 lb/acre |
| Maturity | Late to medium-late |
| Resistant | Downy Mildew |
| Susceptible | Powdery Mildew |
| Growth Rate | High vigor |
| Cones | Large and dense, making the heavy |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Dark green |
| Side Arm Length | 20" - 35" |
Love the spice of Agnus? Check out other Czech Republic varieties or hops with Orange Zest profiles. Looking for a clean finish? View all hops for German Style Lagers.
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