General Description
A hop of Japanese origin, Sorachi Ace is considered an excellent hop in several beer styles, with aromatics of distinct lemon citrus flavor. Some brewers have even reported flavors of orange, cilantro, dill and oak, giving this hop a unique flavour but complimentary flavour profile.
Characteristics
Alpha Acids: 11.5 – 16%
Beta Acids: 6 – 7.5%
Primary usage: Dual Purpose (Aromatic and Bittering)
Aromatic character: Lemon citrus, orange, cilantro, dill, oak.
Complimentary beer styles
This hop strain is best used in beer styles such as:
Lager
Pilsner
Saison
Due to its distinct mix of several herbal and citrus flavours.
Substitutes
Liberty
Lemon Drop
Keep in mind that alpha acid differences in substitutes may need to be accounted for when weighing out your quantities.
Storage
Colder is better when storing hops as the rate of loss halves for every 15°C lowered in temperature. Optimal storage conditions for hops are between -21°C - 0°C in a sealed, airtight environment.
Shelf life
If stored in ideal conditions your hops will only experience a rate of deterioration of about 10% for every 6 months stored. An unopened packet of hop pellets can effectively last up to 4 years in ideal conditions, though keep in mind that the rate of deterioration increases at higher temperatures and unsealed environments.
Sorachi Ace (100g)
- Product Code: hops
- Availability: Out Of Stock
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R104.08
- Ex Tax: R90.50