Hop Variety – Zythos

posted May 3rd, 2014 by Stan Hieronymus

Pedigree: A proprietary pellet blend comprised of publicly available hop varieties
Brewing Usage: Aroma
Aroma: Distinct tropical (pineapple) and citrus tones with slight pine characteristics
Alpha Acids: 10.0 – 12.5%
Beta Acids: 4.7 – 6.2%
Co-Humulone: 28 – 31% of alpha acids
Storage Stability:
Total Oil: 0.7 – 1.2 mL/100g
Myrcene:
Humulene:
Caryophyllene:
Farnesene:
General Trade Perception: An excellent blend for any hop forward beer; works wells at any stage in the hop regimen
Possible Substitutions:
Typical Beer Styles: American-style Ales, IPA, Pale Ale
Additional Information: Designed to compliment existing IPA and Pale Ale hop varieties