Hop Variety – Taurus

posted May 6th, 2014 by Stan Hieronymus

Pedigree: Cross between 82/39/37 and 85/54/15M
Brewing Usage: Bittering
Aroma: Strong noble characteristics
Alpha Acids: 12.0 – 17.0%
Beta Acids: 4.0 – 6.0%
Co-Humulone: 20 – 25% of alpha acids
Storage Stability:
Total Oil: 0.9 – 1.4 mL/100g
Myrcene: 30 – 50% of total oil
Humulene: 23 – 33% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 6 – 11% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil General Trade Perception: A high alpha variety with noble, aromatic and bittering qualities
Possible Substitutions: Citra, German Tradition, Magnum
Typical Beer Styles: German-style Ales, Lager
Additional Information: Bred at the Hop Research Institute in Hüll, Germany