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Equinox

AromaVery High AlphaUS
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About

Developed by The Hop Breeding Company, a joint venture between John I Haas and the Select Botanicals Group, Equinox is a distinctive aroma hop. Planted originally in Toppenish, Washington and officially unveiled in 2014, its use is said to bring with it notes of lemon and lime citrus, fruits like papaya and apple as well as green peppers and herbs.

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

LemonLimePapayaAppleGreen PeppersHerbalFruits Like Papaya And AppleGreen Peppers And Herbs

Recommended Beer Styles

IPAAmerican AlePilsner

Oil Composition

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid14.5 - 15.5%
Beta Acid4.5 - 5.5%
Co-Humulone32-38%

Technical Details

Total Oil2.5-4.5 mL/100g
HSI0.3
Brewing Uselate addition, dry hop, whirlpool