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Horizon
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About
Horizon is a versatile hop with some star qualities. Created in Oregon in 1970, Horizon is a diploid hop and half-sister to Nugget.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
FloralCitrusyCitrusSpicyFloral Bouquet
Recommended Beer Styles
Light AleRed AlePumpkin Ale
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
45-70%
Humulene
8-20%
Caryophyllene
8-14%
Farnesene
3-5%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid8.8 - 16.5%
Beta Acid5.5 - 8.5%
Co-Humulone16-22%
Technical Details
Total Oil0.5-2 mL/100g
HSI0.18
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 80%-85% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)