Herkules was bred from a cross berween Hallertau Taurus and a Hull male and released in 2005. It offers a unique aroma of spicy, pine, and peppery notes and is most commonly used as a bittering hop due to its high alpha acid content. Works great in many German style ales and lagers.
Hop Statistics:
Alpha Acids: 15 – 16%
Beta Acids: 4 - 5.5%
Alpha-Beta Ratio: 2.73 - 4
Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 32 - 38%
Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.6 - 2.4
Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68° F): N/A
Similar Hop Varieties: N/A