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BrewUnited's Hop Database

Use the data below on various hops to help you formulate your beer recipes. If you are unsure what a column represents, click here for descriptons.

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
00.000.00

007: The Golden Hop0.000.00

007: The Golden Hop0.000.00

007: The Golden Hop0.000.00

007: The Golden Hop0.000.00

AdmiralUnited KingdomBittering14.755.60Bittering hops derived from Wye Challenger. Good high-alpha bittering hops. Used for: Ales Aroma: Primarily for bittering Substitutes: Target, Northdown, Challenger

AhtanumU.S.Aroma6.005.25Distinctive aromatic hops with moderate bittering power from Washington. Used for: American ales and lagers Aroma: Distinctive floral and citrus aromas Substitutes: Amarillo, Cascade

AmarilloU.S.Aroma8.506.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

amarillo0.000.00

amarillo0.000.00

amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Amarillo0.000.00

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma.Used for: IPAs, AlesAroma: Citrus, flowerySubstitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo GoldU.S.Aroma0.000.00Unknown origin, but character similar to Cascade. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Citrus, flowery Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial

Amarillo Gold0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Amarillo(mine)U.S.Aroma0.000.00Discovered and introduced by Vigil Gamache Farms Inc. in Washington State. Character similar to Cascade. Often used as a late kettle or dry hop addition to American style Pale Ales and IPA’s due to its signature aroma characteristics. Used for both bitterness and aroma. Used for: IPAs, Ales Aroma: Intensely fruity (citrus, melon, and stone friuts), floral, tropical notes. Substitutes: Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe Storage: Good 8-11% AA / 6-7% Beta

american centennial0.000.00

ApolloU.S.Bittering17.006.75Super high alpha variety from the Hopsteiner breeding program released in 2006. High alpha and low cohumulone makes it a great bittering hop. Adds a strong grapefruit/hop note if added late in boil. Substitutes: Nugget, Columbus, Tomahawk, Zeus

Apollo0.000.00

AquilaU.S.Aroma6.503.00Aroma hops developed in 1988. Limited use due to high cohumolone. Used for: Aroma hops Substitutes: Cluster No longer commercially grown.

AtlasSloveniaBittering9.003.70A cross between Brewers Gold and Slovenian wild hops. Primarily a bittering hop with pleasant bitterness and aroma. Used for: Bittering ales, lagers Substitutes: Brewers Gold

AuroraSloveniaBoth8.253.50Also called Super Styrian. This is a hybrid between Northern Brewer and TG. It has a pleasant hoppy aroma similar to Styrian Goldings but lighter. Used for: Often mixed with other hops in lagers. Substitutes: Styrian Goldings

Australian SummerAustraliaAroma6.005.45Aroma hop from Australia. It features balanced citrus and stone fruit flavors, but showcases distinct apricot and melon characteristics in dry hopping applications.

Azacca0.000.00

Azacca0.000.00

Azacca0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
azacca0.000.00

azacca0.000.00

BannerU.S.Bittering10.004.00Bittering hops developed in 1988. Use largely discontinued due to poor storage. Used for: U.S. style ales Substitutes: Cluster

Basil0.000.00

Belma0.000.00

Boadicea0.000.00

Boadicea0.000.00

BobekSloveniaBoth5.255.00Also called Styrian Golding B - a cross between Northern Brewer and a TG seedling. Pleasant hop aroma and flavor. Used for: Moderate English ales and lagers/Pilsners Substitutes: Northern Brewer

Bramling CrossUnited KingdomAroma6.003.00Developed in 1927 from commercial Goldings and wild hop variety. Used for: ESB, Bitters, Pale Ale Aroma: Mild, fruity, currant aroma. Substitutes: East Kent Goldings, Progress, Whitbred

BravoU.S.Bittering15.503.50A second generation super high alpha hops from the Hopsteiner breeding program released in 2006. Good bittering hop. Aroma: Fruity and floral aroma. Substitutes: Columbus, Zeus, Tomahawk

Brewer's GoldUnited KingdomBittering8.003.70Traditional bittering hops for English ales and heavy German lagers. Aroma: Sharp bittering hop Substitutes: Northern Brewer, Galena, Chinook, Eroica Example: Pete's Wicked Ale

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
BullionUnited KingdomBittering8.004.50Used in strong dark English ales, some heavy German lagers. Aroma: Strong, pungent and bitter in flavor. Blackcurrant flavor. Substitutes: Chinook, Eroica, Brewer's Gold

CalypsoU.S.Both0.000.00A new, dual-purpose hop from the Hopsteiner breeding program that may establish itself as "special". Used for: Ales, Stouts and Barley Wines Aroma: Not as tropical as the name might imply but rich in both stone fruits (pear and peaches, notes of cherry) and citrus. Substitutions: Unknown Storage: Good (65-70% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 12-14% AA / 5-6% Beta

CalypsoU.S.Both0.000.00A new, dual-purpose hop from the Hopsteiner breeding program that may establish itself as "special". Used for: Ales, Stouts and Barley Wines Aroma: Not as tropical as the name might imply but rich in both stone fruits (pear and peaches, notes of cherry) and citrus. Substitutions: Unknown Storage: Good (65-70% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 12-14% AA / 5-6% Beta

CalypsoU.S.Both0.000.00A new, dual-purpose hop from the Hopsteiner breeding program that may establish itself as "special". Used for: Ales, Stouts and Barley Wines Aroma: Not as tropical as the name might imply but rich in both stone fruits (pear and peaches, notes of cherry) and citrus. Substitutions: Unknown Storage: Good (65-70% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 12-14% AA / 5-6% Beta

CascadeU.S.Both5.506.00A hops with Northern Brewers Heritage Used for: American ales and lagers Aroma: Strong spicy, floral, grapefruit character Substitutes: Centennial Examples: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Anchor Liberty Ale

Cascade0.000.00

Cascade0.000.00

Cascade0.000.00

Cascade Wet0.000.00

CeleiaSloveniaBoth4.502.60A dual purpose hops that is a hybrid between Savinjski Golding, Aurora and Slovenian wild hops. Similar in aroma to Saaz. Used for: Light lagers, Pilsners, Belgian ales. Substitutes: Saaz, Styrian Goldings

Centenial0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Centenial0.000.00

CentennialU.S.Bittering10.004.00Used for: General purpose bittering, aroma in American ales and Wheats Aroma: Floral, citrus aroma, spicy, clean bittering flavor Substitutes: Galena, Eroica, Nugget, Bullion Examples: Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale, Sierra Nevada Bigfoot

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial0.000.00

Centennial (Hop tea - hops boiled in water)0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Challeger0.000.00

ChallengerUnited KingdomAroma7.504.00Variant of Northern Brewers heritage Used for: Both aroma and bittering for ales and lagers Aroma: Fruity in flavor, spicy aroma, blends well Substitutes: N/A

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

Challenger0.000.00

ChelanU.S.Bittering13.259.25High alpha variety from the Haas breeding program released in 2004. It is a variant of Galena and very similar in profile to Galena. Aroma: Pleasant citrus notes Substitutes: Galena

ChinookU.S.Bittering13.003.60Strong versatile bittering hop Used for: Ales, porters, stouts Aroma: Heavy and spicy aroma Substitutes: Galena, Eroica, Nugget, Bullion Examples: Sierra Nevada Stout, Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale

Chinook0.000.00

Chinook0.000.00

Chinook0.000.00

Chinook0.000.00

Chinook0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Chinook0.000.00

Chinook0.000.00

Chinook0.000.00

Cirta0.000.00

CitraU.S.Both12.004.00Special aroma hops released in 2007. Imparts high alpha/oil content but low cohumulone. Aroma: Adds interesting citrus and tropical fruit character to the beer. Substitutes: Unknown

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

Citra0.000.00

ClusterU.S.Bittering7.004.80Used for: General purpose bittering hop Aroma: Floral, slightly spicy. Sharp aroma and sharp flavor Substitutes: Eroica, Galena

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster0.000.00

Cluster (US)0.000.00

Cluster (US)0.000.00

ColumbiaUnited KingdomBittering5.503.00Sibling of Williamette hops. Used for: All English Ales Aroma: Close to Fuggles Substitutes: Fuggles, Williamette

Columbus (Tomahawk)U.S.Bittering14.005.00Engineered Centennial Substitute - High alpha bittering hops. Used for: Bittering, flavor, aroma - IPA, American Pale Ale, Stout, Lager Aroma: Pungent, spicy. Strongly aromatic, but clean tasting bitterness Substitutes: Centennial

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Columbus/Tomahawk/Zeus (CTZ)U.S.Bittering0.000.00Engineered Centennial Substitute - High alpha bittering hops. Used for: IPA, American Pale Ale, Stout, Lager, Barley Wine Aroma: Pungent, spicy. Strongly aromatic, but clean tasting bitterness Substitutes: Other CTZ, Galena, Chinook, Nugget, Target (U.K.), Northern Brewer (Germany) Storage: Poor/Very Poor (45-65% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 14-16.5% AA / 4-5% Beta

Columbus/Tomahawk/Zeus (CTZ)U.S.Bittering0.000.00Engineered Centennial Substitute - High alpha bittering hops. Used for: IPA, American Pale Ale, Stout, Lager, Barley Wine Aroma: Pungent, spicy. Strongly aromatic, but clean tasting bitterness Substitutes: Other CTZ, Galena, Chinook, Nugget, Target (U.K.), Northern Brewer (Germany) Storage: Poor/Very Poor (45-65% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 14-16.5% AA / 4-5% Beta

Columbus/Tomahawk/Zeus (CTZ)U.S.Bittering0.000.00Engineered Centennial Substitute - High alpha bittering hops. Used for: IPA, American Pale Ale, Stout, Lager, Barley Wine Aroma: Pungent, spicy. Strongly aromatic, but clean tasting bitterness Substitutes: Other CTZ, Galena, Chinook, Nugget, Target (U.K.), Northern Brewer (Germany) Storage: Poor/Very Poor (45-65% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 14-16.5% AA / 4-5% Beta

CometU.S.Bittering9.504.00Very bitter hops - use sparingly with other hops Used for: Bittering only Substitutes: N/A

CrystalU.S.Aroma3.505.20Used for: Aroma and finishing hops for Lagers Aroma: Clean, mild, pleasant and slightly spicy Substitutes: Hallertauer, Mount Liberty

Crystal0.000.00

Crystal Whole Leaf Hops0.000.00

Crystal Whole Leaf Hops0.000.00

Crystal Whole Leaf Hops0.000.00

Czech Saaz0.000.00

Czech Saaz0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Czech Saaz0.000.00

Denali0.000.00

Denali0.000.00

Denali0.000.00

East Ken Goldings0.000.00

East Kent Goldings0.000.00

East Kent Goldings0.000.00

East Kent Goldings0.000.00

East Kent Goldings0.000.00

East Kent Goldings (EKG)United KingdomBoth0.000.00Also known as Canterbury Hops by some, although others will dispute this fact. East Kent Goldings gracefully defines the English Pale Ales and Ales produced by the region, it is quintessentially English. Used for: English Ale, Porter, Scottish and Irish Ale, Stout, Strong Ale, ESB, Saison, Barleywine. Aroma: Floral, aromatic, earthy, slightly sweet spicy flavor Substitutes: First Gold, Fuggles, other Golding varieties, Progress, Target, and Whitbread Golding Storage: Good/Fair 965-80% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 4-7% AA / 1.9-2.8% Beta

East Kent Goldings (EKG)United KingdomBoth0.000.00Also known as Canterbury Hops by some, although others will dispute this fact. East Kent Goldings gracefully defines the English Pale Ales and Ales produced by the region, it is quintessentially English. Used for: English Ale, Porter, Scottish and Irish Ale, Stout, Strong Ale, ESB, Saison, Barleywine. Aroma: Floral, aromatic, earthy, slightly sweet spicy flavor Substitutes: First Gold, Fuggles, other Golding varieties, Progress, Target, and Whitbread Golding Storage: Good/Fair 965-80% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 4-7% AA / 1.9-2.8% Beta

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
East Kent Goldings (EKG)United KingdomBoth0.000.00Also known as Canterbury Hops by some, although others will dispute this fact. East Kent Goldings gracefully defines the English Pale Ales and Ales produced by the region, it is quintessentially English. Used for: English Ale, Porter, Scottish and Irish Ale, Stout, Strong Ale, ESB, Saison, Barleywine. Aroma: Floral, aromatic, earthy, slightly sweet spicy flavor Substitutes: First Gold, Fuggles, other Golding varieties, Progress, Target, and Whitbread Golding Storage: Good/Fair 965-80% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 4-7% AA / 1.9-2.8% Beta

East Kent Goldings (EKG)United KingdomBoth0.000.00Also known as Canterbury Hops by some, although others will dispute this fact. East Kent Goldings gracefully defines the English Pale Ales and Ales produced by the region, it is quintessentially English. Used for: English Ale, Porter, Scottish and Irish Ale, Stout, Strong Ale, ESB, Saison, Barleywine. Aroma: Floral, aromatic, earthy, slightly sweet spicy flavor Substitutes: First Gold, Fuggles, other Golding varieties, Progress, Target, and Whitbread Golding Storage: Good/Fair 965-80% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 4-7% AA / 1.9-2.8% Beta

East Kent Goldings (EKG)United KingdomBoth0.000.00Also known as Canterbury Hops by some, although others will dispute this fact. East Kent Goldings gracefully defines the English Pale Ales and Ales produced by the region, it is quintessentially English. Used for: English Ale, Porter, Scottish and Irish Ale, Stout, Strong Ale, ESB, Saison, Barleywine. Aroma: Floral, aromatic, earthy, slightly sweet spicy flavor Substitutes: First Gold, Fuggles, other Golding varieties, Progress, Target, and Whitbread Golding Storage: Good/Fair 965-80% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 4-7% AA / 1.9-2.8% Beta

East Kent Goldings (EKG)0.000.00

East Kent Goldings (EKG)0.000.00

East Kent Goldings (EKG)United KingdomBoth0.000.00Also known as Canterbury Hops by some, although others will dispute this fact. East Kent Goldings gracefully defines the English Pale Ales and Ales produced by the region, it is quintessentially English. Used for: English Ale, Porter, Scottish and Irish Ale, Stout, Strong Ale, ESB, Saison, Barleywine. Aroma: Floral, aromatic, earthy, slightly sweet spicy flavor Substitutes: First Gold, Fuggles, other Golding varieties, Progress, Target, and Whitbread Golding Storage: Good/Fair 965-80% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 4-7% AA / 1.9-2.8% Beta

EKG0.000.00

EKG0.000.00

EKG0.000.00

Ekuanot0.000.00

Ekuanot0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
El DoradoU.S.Both15.007.50A hop from Washington's Moxee Valley, a sub-region of the Yakima Valley. This hop has an intense, candylike aroma, along with cherries and other fruits.

El Dorado0.000.00

El Dorado0.000.00

EroicaU.S.Bittering13.004.80Used for: General purpose bittering for ales, porters, stouts Aroma: Clean bittering hop, very bitter Substitutes: Galena, Northern Brewer, Chinook Examples: Blackhook Porter, Ballard Bitter

Exp. Grapefruit0.000.00

Exp. Grapefruit0.000.00

Experimental Grapefruit0.000.00

Falconers FlightAroma0.000.00

Feux Coeur FrancaisAustraliaBittering14.006.00Rare, high alpha hops from Australia with genetic roots in the Burgundy region of France. It was adopted to the Victoria region of Australia and introduced in 2010.

First GoldUnited KingdomBoth7.503.50Dwarf hop with English Golding character Used for: Ales, ESB Aroma: Similar to other Golding varieties, spicy Substitutes: East Kent Goldings, Crystal

Flavor Hop #10.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Flavor Hop #10.000.00

Flavor Hop #20.000.00

Flavor Hop #20.000.00

Fuggle (UK)United Kingdom0.000.00

Fuggle (UK)United Kingdom0.000.00

Fuggle (US)United States0.000.00

FugglesUnited KingdomAroma4.502.00Used for: General purpose bittering/aroma for English Ales, Dark Lagers Aroma: Mild, soft, grassy, floral aroma Substitute: East Kent Goldings, Williamette Examples: Samuel Smith's Pale Ale, Old Peculiar, Thomas Hardy's Ale

Fuggles0.000.00

Fuggles0.000.00

GalaxyAustraliaBittering14.005.90A high alpha, dual purpose seedless hops with a unique hop aroma. It can be used either for bittering or as a late hop addition to provide a flavor of citrus and passionfruit to the finished beer. Aroma: Intense, pleasant, unique.

GalenaU.S.Bittering12.508.00Used for: General bittering hops for all beers Aroma: Strong, clean, balanced bittering Substitutes: Eroica, Northern Brewer, Cluster, Chinook Examples: Catamount Porter

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
German Hallertau0.000.00

German Hersbrucker0.000.00

German Perle0.000.00

German Perle0.000.00

German Tradition0.000.00

German Tradition0.000.00

GlacierU.S.Aroma5.607.60Genetic mix of at least 8 hops including Elsasser, Brewers Gold, N Brewer, Bullion, Early Green, and others...released in 2000. Used for: Aroma Aroma: Excellent, hoppy Substitutes: N/A

Goldings, B.C.CanadaAroma5.003.20Used for: Bittering and finishing British ales, bitters, porters and stouts. Aroma: Spicy, floral, rounded mild aroma. Substitutes: East Kent Goldings, Fuggles

Goldings, East KentUnited KingdomAroma5.003.50Used for: General purpose hops for bittering/finishing all British Ales Aroma: Floral, aromatic, earthy, slightly sweet spicy flavor Substitutes: Fuggles, BC Goldings Examples: Bass Pale Ale, Fullers ESB, Samual Smith's Pale Ale

Green BulletNew ZealandBittering13.507.00Bittering hops from New Zealand developed in 1972 Used for: Australian-style ales and lagers. Aroma: Floral, raisin aroma. Substitutes: Styrian Goldings

GreenburgU.S.Aroma5.207.20American hop variety from southern Idaho. Fruity flavor with a touch of wood flavor. Popular with microbreweries.

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Hallertau0.000.00

Hallertau0.000.00

Hallertau0.000.00

Hallertau0.000.00

Hallertau0.000.00

Hallertau0.000.00

Hallertau 2.5 AA0.000.00

Hallertau 2.5 AA0.000.00

Hallertau 2.5 AA0.000.00

Hallertau Hersbrucker0.000.00

Hallertau MagnumGermanyBittering0.000.00German Hallertauer hybrid, widely used in Germany. Extremely appropriate for early boil additions.Used for: German ales and lagers, bitters, IPAs, pilsners, pale ales, stouts.Aroma: somewhat unnoticeable aroma; stable spicy flavorSubstitutes: Hallertau Taurus, Columbus, NuggetStorage: Excellent (80%-85% AA after 6 months at 20 C)12-14% AA / 4.5-5.5% Beta

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Hallertau MagnumGermanyBittering0.000.00German Hallertauer hybrid, widely used in Germany. Extremely appropriate for early boil additions. Used for: German ales and lagers, bitters, IPAs, pilsners, pale ales, stouts. Aroma: somewhat unnoticeable aroma; stable spicy flavor Substitutes: Hallertau Taurus, Columbus, Nugget Storage: Excellent (80%-85% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 12-14% AA / 4.5-5.5% Beta

Hallertau MagnumGermanyBittering0.000.00German Hallertauer hybrid, widely used in Germany. Extremely appropriate for early boil additions. Used for: German ales and lagers, bitters, IPAs, pilsners, pale ales, stouts. Aroma: somewhat unnoticeable aroma; stable spicy flavor Substitutes: Hallertau Taurus, Columbus, Nugget Storage: Excellent (80%-85% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 12-14% AA / 4.5-5.5% Beta

Hallertau Magnum0.000.00

Hallertau MagnumGermanyBittering0.000.00German Hallertauer hybrid, widely used in Germany. Extremely appropriate for early boil additions. Used for: German ales and lagers, bitters, IPAs, pilsners, pale ales, stouts. Aroma: somewhat unnoticeable aroma; stable spicy flavor Substitutes: Hallertau Taurus, Columbus, Nugget Storage: Excellent (80%-85% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 12-14% AA / 4.5-5.5% Beta

Hallertau MagnumGermanyBittering0.000.00German Hallertauer hybrid, widely used in Germany. Extremely appropriate for early boil additions. Used for: German ales and lagers, bitters, IPAs, pilsners, pale ales, stouts. Aroma: somewhat unnoticeable aroma; stable spicy flavor Substitutes: Hallertau Taurus, Columbus, Nugget Storage: Excellent (80%-85% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 12-14% AA / 4.5-5.5% Beta

Hallertau Mittelfrüh0.000.00

Hallertau Mittelfruh3.750.00

Hallertau Mittelfruh0.000.00

Hallertau Mittelfruh0.000.00

hallertau tradition0.000.00

hallertau tradition0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Hallertau Tradition0.000.00

Hallertau Tradition0.000.00

Hallertau Tradition0.000.00

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HallertauerGermanyAroma4.804.00Used for: German Ales, German/US/Canadian Lagers, Wheat Beers Aroma: Pleasant, mild spicy flavor, clean, neutral flavor Substitutes: Crystal, Liberty, Hallertauer Mittelfrueh

Hallertauer0.000.00

Hallertauer HersbruckerGermanyAroma4.006.00Used for: German style lagers and wheat beers Aroma: Noble, pleasant, clean flavor Substitutes: Mt. Hood, Liberty, Hallertauer, Mittelfrueh Examples: Wheathook Wheaten Ale

Hallertauer MittelfruehGermanyAroma4.004.60Used for: Continental Lagers, German Ales/Lagers, US Lagers Aroma: Pleasant, assertive, mild herbal aroma Substitutes: Hallertauer, Mt. Hood, Liberty, Crystal Examples: Sam Adams Boston Lager, Sam Adams Boston Lightship

Hallertauer Mittelfrueh0.000.00

Hallertauer Mittelfrueh GRGermanyAroma0.000.00Used for: Continental Lagers, German Ales/Lagers, US Lagers Aroma: Pleasant, assertive, mild herbal aroma Substitutes: Hallertauer, Mt. Hood, Liberty, Crystal Examples: Sam Adams Boston Lager, Sam Adams Boston Lightship

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Hallertauer Mittelfrueh*GermanyAroma0.000.00Used for: Continental Lagers, German Ales/Lagers, US Lagers Aroma: Pleasant, assertive, mild herbal aroma Substitutes: Hallertauer, Mt. Hood, Liberty, Crystal Examples: Sam Adams Boston Lager, Sam Adams Boston Lightship

Hallertauer, New ZealandNew ZealandBoth8.503.00Hallertauer variant with classic aroma and ability to retain clean taste. Bred from German Hallertauer Mittelfrueh Used for: Australian Ales Substitutes: Hallertauer Mittelfrueh

hallterau0.000.00

Haullertauer0.000.00

HBC 4380.000.00

HBC 4380.000.00

HeraldUnited KingdomBittering12.005.20Dwarf variety bred at Wye College (mid 1990s) Used for: Bittering of ales Aroma: Strong, acceptable Substitutes: High alpha English bittering hops

HersbruckerGermanyAroma0.000.00Hersbrucker Hops is similar to the noble hop varieties with its low co-humulone level. Aroma: Classicly spicy, herbal, with hints of citrus and stone fruit. Used for: German and Bavarian style Lagers, Pilsners, Hefeweizens, Dunkles, and Bocks Substitutions: Mt. Hood, Strisselspalt, Hallertau Mittelfruh, Liberty Storage: Fair (55%-65% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 2-5% AA / 4-6% Beta

HersbruckerGermanyAroma0.000.00Hersbrucker Hops is similar to the noble hop varieties with its low co-humulone level. Aroma: Classicly spicy, herbal, with hints of citrus and stone fruit. Used for: German and Bavarian style Lagers, Pilsners, Hefeweizens, Dunkles, and Bocks Substitutions: Mt. Hood, Strisselspalt, Hallertau Mittelfruh, Liberty Storage: Fair (55%-65% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 2-5% AA / 4-6% Beta

Homegrown Chinook (wet)0.000.00

HorizonU.S.Bittering12.007.50Good dual purpose hops derived from Nugget hops in Oregon (1970) Used for: All purpose Ales, Lagers Aroma: Pleasant, hoppy Substitutes: Magnum or other high alpha hops

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Horizon0.000.00

Horizon0.000.00

Horizon0.000.00

Horizon0.000.00

Hull Melon0.000.00

Hull Melon0.000.00

Jarrylo0.000.00

Jarrylo0.000.00

Jarrylo0.000.00

Kent GoldingsUKBittering4.752.00

LibertyU.S.Aroma4.303.50Used for: German style lagers Aroma: Fine, mild, slightly spicy flavor Substitutes: Hallertau, Mt Hood, Crystal Examples: Pete's Wicked Lager

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
LublinPolandBittering5.003.00Version of Saaz grown in Poland - also called "Lubelski" Used for: Bohemian lagers and Pilsners Aroma: Noble, mild flavor similar to Saaz Substitutes: Saaz, Tettnanger

MagnumGermanyBittering14.006.50German Hallertauer hybrid, widely used in Germany Used for: German ales and lagers Aroma: Good aroma and stable spicy flavor Substitutes: N/A

Mandarina Bavaria0.000.00

Mandarina Bavaria0.000.00

Mandarina Bavaria0.000.00

Mandarina Bavaria0.000.00

MarynkaPolandBittering10.5011.40Bittering hops with high aroma. Primarily for use in Pilsner, lagers, ales or wheats. Comparable to English Goldings or Chinook. Used for: Lager, ales Substitutes: Chinook, English Golding

Meridian0.000.00

Meridian0.000.00

Meridian0.000.00

MilleniumU.S.Bittering14.255.70Originally developed as part of the Haas breeding program in the US, Millenium entered production in 2000. It is a very high alpha hops used for bittering. Aroma: Mild, herbal Substitutes: Columbus, Tomahawk, Zeus and Nugget

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
MosaicU.S.Aroma12.703.50Related to Simcoe. A complex array of tropical fruit, citrus, berry, herbal, earthy and pine characteristics.

Mosaic0.000.00

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Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

Mosaic (HBC 369)U.S.Both0.000.00Available in quantity for the first time after 2012 harvest. Still known to many as HBC 369. A daughter of Simcoe crossed with a Nugget derived male. An excellent aroma variety. Used for: Ales, IPA, Experimental Ales Aroma: Rich in mango, lemon, citrus, pine, and notably, blueberry. Substitutes: Unknown Storage: Good (25% AA after 6 months at 20 C) 11-13.5% AA / 3.2-3.9% Beta

MotuekaNew ZealandAroma7.005.25Flexible hop developed from Saaz. Has notable character and aroma, balanced bitterness, and unique flavor. Used for: Lagers, Belgian Ales and Bohemian Pilsner. Substitutes: Saaz

Mount Hood (US)United States0.000.00Soft American variety developed from Hallertau. Frequently used in styles that require only a subtle hop aroma (German/American lagers). Named for Mount Hood in Oregon. Substitutes: Liberty, Hallertau, Crystal.

Mt. HoodU.S.Aroma6.006.30Used for: European Lagers, finishing Aroma: Mild with a clean aroma, neutral flavor. Somewhat pungent. Substitutes: Hallertauer, Liberty, Crystal

Mt.Hood0.000.00

Nelson SauvinNew ZealandBittering12.007.00Triploid variety bred from "Smoothcone" released in 2000. Oil profile said to taste like "fresh crushed gooseberries" similar to Sauvignon Blanc, giving it its name. Very fruity, citrusy - use in moderation. Used for: Pale ale, Super Premiums. Substitutes: None

NewportU.S.Bittering13.506.00High alpha hops released in 2002 as a potential replacement for Galena. Note that these hops have a large alpha range of 9.8%-17% so check the package! Fairly pungent. Used for: Primarily used for bittering in ales, stouts, barley wine. Substitutes: Galena

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NorthdownUnited KingdomBoth8.505.50Variation of Northern Brewers hops grown in England. Used for: Bittering in English ales Aroma: Good bittering, flavor and aroma Substitutes: Northern Brewer

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
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Norther Brewer0.000.00

Northern BrewerGermanyBoth8.504.00Also called Hallertauer Northern Brewers Used for: Bittering and finishing both ales and lagers of all kinds Aroma: Fine, dry, clean bittering hop. Unique flavor. Substitutes: Hallertauer Mittelfrueh, Hallertauer Examples: Anchor Steam, Old Peculiar,

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Northern Brewer0.000.00

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HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Northern Brewer0.000.00

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Northern Brewer0.000.00

Northern Brewer0.000.00

Northern Brewer0.000.00

Northern Brewer0.000.00

Northern Brewer (US)United States0.000.00

Northern Brewer (US)United States0.000.00

Northern Brewer Hop Pellets0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Northern Brewer Hop Pellets0.000.00

NuggetU.S.Bittering13.005.00Used for: Bittering hops for ales Aroma: Strong bittering, heavy, herbal aroma, spicy Substitutes: Chinook Examples: Sierra Nevada Porter

Nugget (US)United States0.000.00Floral, resiny aroma and flavor. Primarily a bittering hop. Substitutes: Galena, Olympic.

Nugget (US)United States0.000.00Floral, resiny aroma and flavor. Primarily a bittering hop. Substitutes: Galena, Olympic.

OlympicU.S.Bittering11.505.50Olympic is a high alpha hops released by Washington Agricultural Expt Station in 1983. Heritage is from Brewers Gold and Fuggles. Aroma: Spicy, citrus aroma Substitutes: Brewers Gold

OpalGermanyAroma6.504.50New variety from the hop research center in Hull. Used for: Aroma hops in continental styles Aroma: High aroma hops with hints of spice and subtle citrus. Substitutes: Unknown

Opal0.000.00

Opal0.000.00

OrionGermanyBoth7.253.70Cross between Perle and an experimental variety Used for: Bittering and aroma Aroma: Pleasant, hoppy Substitutes: Perle

Pacific GemNew ZealandBittering15.008.20High alpha smoothcone cross developed at DSIR in 1987. Used for: Bittering - produces a cask-oak woody flavor. Aroma: Pleasant - some blackberry aroma. Substitutes: Bullion

Pacific JadeNew ZealandBittering13.007.50High alpha bittering hops that delivers a bold herbal infusion of fresh citrus with some black pepper flavor. Citrus aroma and flavor tempers ales and may be used as a finishing hops. Used for: Ales, lagers Substitutes: N/A

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
PacificaNew ZealandAroma5.506.00Aroma hop developed from Hallertauer Mittelfrueh in New Zealand (1994). Blend of old and new world taste including Orange marmalade and citrus aroma notes when used in late addition. Soft finish if used in bittering. Substitutes: Chinook, Hallertauer Mittelfrueh

PalisadeU.S.Both7.507.00Also called YCR-4, Palisade is an aroma variety bread by Yakima Chief Ranches. It has both aromatic and moderate bittering properties. Substitutes: Willamette

PerleGermanyBittering8.004.75Used for: General purpose bittering for US and German ales, lagers Aroma: Slightly spicy, pleasant aroma, minty Substitutes: Chinook, Galena, Northern Brewer Examples: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Pale Bock

Perle0.000.00

Perle0.000.00

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HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Perle0.000.00

Perle0.000.00

Perle0.000.00

Perle0.000.00

Perle0.000.00

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Perle0.000.00

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Perle0.000.00

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Perle0.000.00

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Perle0.000.00

Perle0.000.00

PhoenixUnited KingdomBittering8.004.60Seedling derived from Wye Yoeman. Used for: Ales Aroma: Similar to Wye Challenger hops Substitutes: Challenger, East Kent Golding, Northdown

PilgrimUnited KingdomBittering11.504.70New variety from Wye College in 2001. High Selinene content. Used for: Bittering Substitutes: N/A

Pilgrim0.000.00

Pilgrim0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Pilgrim0.000.00

PilotUnited KingdomBittering11.503.00A very new hops introduced in 2002 by Charles Faram & Co Ltd. Mild herbal flavor with lemon hints and fresh mowed grass flavor. Used for: Primarily for bittering in APAs. Rare.

PioneerUnited KingdomBoth9.003.75Bred from Wye Omega at Wye College in the UK Used for: ESB, English Ales Aroma: Mild English hop aroma Substitutes: East Kent Goldings

PremiantCzech RepublicBoth7.504.50A cross between Czech aroma and bittering varieties. Dual purpose though its aroma is not as strong as some other Czech hops. Use in beers where a moderate hoppy aroma is needed. Used for: Moderate ales, lagers Substitutes: Saaz

Pride of RingwoodAustraliaBittering9.005.75Used for: General purpose bittering hops for Australian beers Aroma: Moderate citric aroma, clean bittering flavor Substitutes: Cluster, Galena

ProgressUnited KingdomAroma6.252.10Used for: Bittering and aroma in English Ales Aroma: Similar to Fuggles, aromatic, slightly sweet Substitutes: Fuggles

Rakau0.000.00

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HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
RiwakaNew ZealandAroma5.254.50Formerly called B-Saaz, this was developed from old line Saazer hops in New Zealand. Used for: New world pale ale, regional pilsners Aroma: Strong, hoppy. Some grapefruit and citrus character.

SaazCzech RepublicAroma4.003.50Used for: Pilsners and Bohemian style lagers Aroma: Delicate, mild, clean, somewhat floral -- Noble hops Substitutes: Tettnanger, Lublin Examples: Pulsner Urquell

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz0.000.00

Saaz (Cz) Hop Pellets0.000.00

SantiamU.S.Aroma6.007.00Triploid aroma selection derived from Tettnang and Hallertauer (1997) Used for: Lager, U.S. Pale Ale, Pilsner Substitutes: German Tettnang, Spalt, Spalt Select

SaphirGermanyAroma3.504.60A new noble breed as an alternative to Hallertau Mittelfrueh in an attempt to make it more disease resistant and commercially viable. Similar in character to Hallertau varieties. Used for: Pilsners, lagers, Belgian whites. Substitutes: Hallertau Mittelfrueh

SatusU.S.Bittering13.258.75High alpha bittering hops from Yakima that is similar to Galena. Of recent origin. Substitutes: Galena

Select SpaltGermanyAroma4.753.50Bred from Hallertauer Mittelfrueh and Spalt in Germany. Spalt character. Used for: Lager, Pilsner, Noble aroma hop substitute Aroma: Very fine, spalt aroma Substitutes: Spalter, Saaz, Tettnang

Seven C's0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
SimcoeU.S.Bittering13.004.50High alpha bittering hops with good aroma characteristics. Used for: IPAs Aroma: Citrus and pine-like aroma Substitutes: N/A

Simcoe0.000.00

Simcoe0.000.00

Simcoe0.000.00

Simcoe0.000.00

SladekCzech RepublicAroma5.007.50Hybrid variety of Saaz origin with noble hoppy taste and aroma. Generally recommended for middle-hopping about 20 min before end of boil. Not a replacement for Saaz, but complimentary in Lagers. Used for: Lager Substitutes: Saaz

Sorachi AceJapanBittering12.006.00Developed by Sapporo Breweries and used in their beers - has a Brewer's gold and Saaz heritage. Reported to be lemony in flavor and aroma. Used for: Saison, IPA or other beer where lemon/citrus is desirable. Substitutes: Admiral, Cascade

Southern CrossNew ZealandBoth13.006.20Dual purpose with "European" flavor - from DSIR in 1994 Used for: European flavor bittering/aroma Aroma: Spicy, lemony, slight pine and wood flavors Substitutes: N/A

SpalterGermanyAroma4.504.00Used for: Traditional German bittering and aroma hops, Altbiers, Lagers Aroma: Mild, pleasant, slight spice Substitutes: Saaz, Tettnang Examples: Dusseldorf Altbiers

SterlingU.S.Both7.505.00Flavor is a cross between Saaz and Mt Hood Used for: Lagers, Ales, Pilsners Aroma: Herbal, spicy, some floral and citrus hints Substitutes: Saaz, Polish Lublin

SticklebractNew ZealandBoth13.508.00High alpha hops from DSIR research first released in 1972. Some of the same qualities as Northern Brewer Used for: Dual purpose Aroma: Pine-like with a hint of citrus Substitutes: Northern Brewer

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
StrisslespaltFranceAroma4.003.80Aroma hops used widely in the Alsace area of France. Used for: Pilsner, lager, wheat Aroma: Medium intensity, pleasant, hoppy Substitutes: Mt Hood, Crystal, Hallertauer Hersbruck

Styrian Bobek0.000.00

Styrian Celeia0.000.00

Styrian GoldingsSloveniaAroma5.402.90A seedless version of Fuggles grown in Slovenia Used for: Bittering, finishing for a wide variety of European Beers. Popular in Europe and the United Kingdom Aroma: Mild, soft, grassy, floral aroma. Similar to Fuggles. Substitutes: Fuggles, Williamette

Styrian Goldings0.000.00

Styrian Goldings0.000.00

SummitU.S.Bittering17.005.00High alpha variety bred by American Dwarf Hop Assoc. Can be grown commercially on a low trellis. Aroma: Strong citrus, grapefruit notes. Substitutes: Warrior, Millenium, Columbus, Tomahawk, Zeus

Summit0.000.00

Summit0.000.00

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HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Summit0.000.00

SunU.S.Bittering14.005.50A very high alpha bittering hops from Yakima Valley, Washington Used for: Bittering (intense) Aroma: Pleasant, hoppy Substitutes: Other very high alpha US hops

Super AlphaNew ZealandBittering13.008.00High alpha hops released in 1976 by DSIR. European in character - clean crisp flavor and resin aroma. Used for: European Styles, General purpose bittering Aroma: Pleasant, resin like aroma Substitutes: N/A

Super GalenaU.S.Bittering14.509.00Super high alpha hops from Hopsteiner breeding program released in 2006. High alpha and beta content - comparable to Galena in bitterness and aroma profile. Used for: Primarily for bitterness. Substitutes: Galena

Super PrideAustraliaBittering14.256.70A high alpha variation of the Pride of Ringwood hop variety. Features mild aromas, higher alpha content and low cohumulone levels. Used for: Primarily for bittering. Substitutes: Pride of Ringwood

TargetUnited KingdomBittering11.005.00Used for: English ales and lagers Aroma: Robust aroma and flavor Substitutes: East Kent Goldings

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HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
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TettnangGermanyAroma4.503.50Used for: German ales, lagers and wheat beer Aroma: Noble, mild, fine, slightly spicy Substitutes: Saaz, Spalt Examples: Sam Adams Octoberfest, Anderson Valley ESB

TillicumU.S.Bittering13.259.90High alpha and high beta hops developed though Haas breeding program and released in 1995. Daughter variety of Galena and related to Chelan - so similar to both. Substitutes: Galena, Chelan

TomahawkU.S.Bittering15.504.50Part of the Columbus/Tomahak/Zeus (CTZ) group of super high alpha hops. Together these make up 1/4 of US hop acreage. Used for: High alpha hops used primarily for commercial bittering. Substitutes: Tomahawk, Zeus, Nugget, Galena, Chinook

TopazAustraliaBittering17.006.50Very high alpha hop variety from Australia. Used for commercial production primarily for its high alpha acid content and high bitterness.

TraditionGermanyBittering6.004.50Close descendant of Hallertauer Mittelfrueh bred for high yield. Used for: Lager, Pilsner, Bock, some Weizens Aroma: Fine - similar to Hallertauer Mittelfrueh Substitutes: Hallertauer Mittelfrueh, Liberty, Ultra

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
UK Fuggles0.000.00

UK Target0.000.00

UltraU.S.Aroma3.003.75Triploid seedling of the German Hallertauer Variety Used for: Lager, Pilsner, wheat, finishing hops in ales Aroma: Good to outstanding - some Saaz like qualities Substitutes: Liberty, Hallertauer, Tradition, Saaz

VanguardU.S.Aroma5.506.00Diploid seedling made in 1982, released in 1997. Hallertau Mitterfrueh parentage. Used for: European lagers, ales Aroma: Strong aromatic notes Substitutes: Hallertauer Mittelfrueh

VictoriaAustraliaBittering13.006.25Hi alpha hops grown in Victoria, Australia. It was created in 1976 and entered commercial production in the 1990s. Used for: Primarily for bittering due to high alpha content.

WarriorU.S.Both15.004.75High alpha hops from Yakima Chief Ranches. Also called YCR-5. Mild aroma and low cohumulone content - primarily for bittering. Used for: Ales, stouts Aroma: Neutral, clean, mild Substitutes: Nugget, Columbus, Magnum

Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)United KingdomAroma6.002.50Derived in England in 1911 from Bates Brewer. Some Golding characteristics, but lacking the full Goldings aroma. Used for: Ales Aroma: Pleasant, hoppy, slightly intense Substitutes: East Kent Goldings, Progress

WillametteU.S.Aroma5.503.50Used for: Finishing American and British Ales Aroma: Mild, grassy, floral, slightly spicy Substitutes: Fuggles, East Kent Goldings Examples: Sierra Nevada Porter, Ballard Bitter

Willamette0.000.00

Willamette0.000.00

Willamette0.000.00

HopOriginTypeAlphaBetaNotes
Willamette0.000.00

ZeusU.S.Bittering14.005.00Super high alpha bittering hops developed in the Yakima Valley, WA Used for: Bittering, intense aroma Aroma: Aromatic, pleasant Substitutes: Other high alpha hops



Type - indicates if the hop is primarily thought of as a bittering hop, an aroma hop, or that it well suited for both jobs.

Alpha - a measurement of potential bitterness in the hop that can be extracted during the boil. This is the amount of the hop, by weight, that is composed of the acid.

Beta - ameasurement of the beta acid content of the hop. Beta acids do play a role in bittering, though they are not well converted in the boil. Instead, as alpha acids break down during fermentation and storage, beta acids slowly create bitterness via oxidation.






Data courtesy of BeerSmith. For the record, BeerSmith is perhaps the best $27 I ever spent in brewing.