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Talisman

Dual PurposeMedium AlphaUS
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About

Released in 1965, Talisman is an American Cluster variety descended from Cluster. Peaking at 4.6% of total US hop production in 1973, the popularity of Talisman has steadily declined ever since. Currently, it is no longer grown commercially. It has fairly low alpha acids, although up to 8% AAU was recorded in the Yakima Valley.

Oil Composition

Myrcene
≥68%
Humulene
≥4%
Caryophyllene
≥5.9%
Farnesene
≥0.2%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid5.7 - 6.7%
Beta Acid2.8 - 3.6%
Co-Humulone53-%

Technical Details

Total Oil0.72- mL/100g
HSI0.36
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 64% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)