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Orion
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About
The German Hop Research Institute in Hüll, Germany developed Orion hops sometime during the 1980s. It is the result of a cross between Perle and a German male.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
Spicy
Recommended Beer Styles
Helles
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
41-56%
Humulene
17-26%
Caryophyllene
7-13%
Farnesene
0-1%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid8.0 - 9.0%
Beta Acid4.9 - 5.7%
Co-Humulone25-29%
Technical Details
Total Oil1.8-2 mL/100g
HSI0.35
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 60%-70% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)