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Sunbeam

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About

Not originally envisioned for use in brewing, Sunbeam is an ornamental hop that was discovered to be inadvertently useful as an aroma hop. Selected in 1992 in Corvallis, Oregon, it features characteristics similar to that of its parent variety, Saaz.

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

Saaz-Style Characteristics

Recommended Beer Styles

PilsnerAle

Substitutes

Oil Composition

Myrcene
≥56%
Humulene
≥14%
Caryophyllene
≥4%
Farnesene
≥6%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid4.0 - 5.0%
Beta Acid2.5 - ?%
Co-Humulone36-%

Technical Details

Total Oil0.8-1.3 mL/100g
HSI
Brewing Uselate addition, dry hop, whirlpool