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Smaragd
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About
Smaragd is another interesting hop to come out of the Hop Research Institute in Hüll, Germany. Bred with the purpose of creating a more disease resistant alternative to Hallertau Mittelfrüh, it was released for large-scale production in 2007.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
ChamomileTarragonButterLiquoriceCognacFloralFruitySpicyTobaccoAniseCloveNobleEarthy
Recommended Beer Styles
AleAmber
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
20-40%
Humulene
30-50%
Caryophyllene
9-14%
Farnesene
≥1%
Linalool
0.9-1.4%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid4.0 - 6.0%
Beta Acid3.5 - 5.5%
Co-Humulone13-18%
Technical Details
Total Oil0.7-1.7 mL/100g
HSI0.35
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 60%-70% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)