Polaris

Dual PurposeVery High AlphaGermany

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About

New to the scene, the Hop Research Institute in Hüll, Germany released Polaris in 2012. Commanding incredibly high alpha acids, Polaris features elements of spice, pine and intense mint alongside a strong but pleasant, fruity and floral aroma.

Origin

Bred by the Hop Research Institute in Hüll, Germany and released commercially in 2012

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

BananaWoodruffBergamotPineappleMintSpiceMintyPineSpicyMenthol

Recommended Beer Styles

AlesPale AlesIndia Pale Ale

Substitutes

Northern Brewer GERHerkulesNone

Oil Composition

Myrcene

≥50%

Humulene

20-35%

Caryophyllene

8-13%

Farnesene

≥1%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid18.0 - 23.0%

Beta Acid4.5 - 6.0%

Co-Humulone22-28%

Technical Details

Total Oil4-5 mL/100g

HSI0.3

Flavor Intensity6/10

Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop

StorabilityGood

External Resources

hopsteiner.com