Back to Hops

Lemondrop

Dual PurposeMedium AlphaUS
Buy Lemondrop HopsAffiliate link — We may earn a commission

About

As the name suggest, Lemondrop is well known for it Lemon-citrus aroma.

Origin

Developed by HopSteiner and released in 2012, it is a cross between Cascade and the male USDA 19058.

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

Green TeaLemonMintyCitrusFloralMintMelon

Substitutes

Oil Composition

Myrcene
≥46%
Humulene
56-58%
Farnesene
6-7%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid5.0 - 7.0%
Beta Acid4.0 - 6.0%
Co-Humulone28-34%

Technical Details

Total Oil1.5-2 mL/100g
HSI0.35
Flavor Intensity7/10
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop

External Resources