Sorachi Ace
Sorachi Ace was developed in 1984 for Sapporo Breweries Ltd. from a cross of Brewer’s Gold, Saaz, and male Beikei No. 2. The name “Sorachi” is derived from a sub-prefecture of Hokkaido, Japan. This variety has a good yield, good resistance to mildew, wilt and botrytis. It has a rather high α-acid and oil content. The variety is currently grown in limited quantities in the U.S.
Flavour profile
Citrus, lychee, lemongrass
Ancestry
Brewers Gold, Saaz, male Beikei
Recommended beer styles
Analytical data
Cultivation Area
Japan
Ancestry
Brewers Gold, Saaz, male Beikei
Alpha Acids (%)
12.0 – 16.0%
Beta Acids (%)
6.0 – 7.0 %
Alpha/Beta Ratio
Cuhomulone (% of alpha acids)
20-25%
Total Oils (ml/100g)
2.0 – 3.0ml/100g
Oil Concentration (microlitres of oil/g alpha)
Myrcene (% of whole oil)
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El Dorado
®
Characteristics
The El Dorado hop brand was released by CLS Farms LLC in Moxee Washington in 2010. Little information is available about its pedigree, but it is believed to be derived from a neomexicanus subspecies of Humulus lupulus. Its primary flavor character is fruity showing a blend of tropical fruit, watermelon and stone fruit.
Sabro
®
Characteristics
SabroTM imparts a strong and complex fruit flavor to beer. Sabro is a hop with robust brewing performance that consistently translates its distinct flavor to beer. Sabro’s flavor is notable for its complexity of fruity and citrus flavors, including distinct tangerine, coconut, tropical and stone fruit. In addition, there is a pronounced cream character and secondary flavors of vanilla, cedar, dill, and mint.
