General Description

A new kid on the block, created in 2012 in Hüll hop research institute, Germany, Polaris features both incredibly high Alpha Acid percentages and a range of quite interesting and unique, crisp and refreshing aromas consisting of Floral and fruity aromas consisting of spice, pine and mint. This hop can be used for aromatic and bittering purposes in a variety of hop forward styles!

Characteristics

Alpha Acids: 18 – 23%

Beta Acids: 4.5 – 6% 

Primary usage: Dual Purpose (Aroma and Bittering)

Aromatic character: Floral, fruity, spice, pine, mint.

Complimentary beer styles

This hop strain is best used in beer styles such as:

Ales

Pale Ales

India Pale

Ale

Experimental batches

Due to its extremely high Alpha Acids and pleasantly crisp bitterness.

Substitutes

Galena

Nugget

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.