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Sylva

AromaMedium AlphaAustralia
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About

Bred by Hop Products Australia in Tasmania in 1997, Sylva is an Australian aroma hop with a subtle and complex tasting profile. Progeny of Saaz, it is these roots that suit it well to light lagers and pilsners, imparting a bohemian-style hoppiness reminiscent of its Czech parent.

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

FloralHerbalNobleSubtle And Hoppy Bohemian-Style Aroma

Recommended Beer Styles

PilsnerLagerCalifornia CommonPale Ale

Substitutes

Oil Composition

Myrcene
26-36%
Humulene
18-27%
Caryophyllene
5-8%
Farnesene
22-28%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid5.6 - 7.3%
Beta Acid3.0 - 4.6%
Co-Humulone20-25%

Technical Details

Total Oil1-1.4 mL/100g
HSI
Brewing Uselate addition, dry hop, whirlpool

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