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Dr. Rudi

Dual PurposeHigh AlphaNew Zealand
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About

Works well where resinous, citrus and pine characters are required to build and develop an excellent finishing bitterness. Especially good as a dual purpose variety in single hopped beers as well as with multiple aroma varieties to create first-rate new-world beer styles.

Origin

Bred by the New Zealand Horticultural Center and released in 1976

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

GrassGrassyLemongrassPine NeedlesCitrusResinPine

Recommended Beer Styles

LagerIndia Pale Ale

Substitutes

Green BulletNo true substitute. Try Green Bullet or Citra

Oil Composition

Myrcene
29-48%
Humulene
22-33%
Caryophyllene
6-10%
Farnesene
0-1%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid10.0 - 12.0%
Beta Acid7.0 - 8.5%
Co-Humulone36-39%

Technical Details

Total Oil1.3-1.6 mL/100g
HSI0.35
Flavor Intensity8/10
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 60%-70% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)

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