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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