Developed in Japan in 1984 for Sapporo Breweries, Ltd., Sorachi Ace is a cross between Brewer’s Gold, Saaz and Beikei No. 2 male. It is available in limited quantities, however, it remains a popular variety among craft brewers for its unique citrus fruit, herbal and dill aromas.
Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include lemon, lime and dill.
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Alpha Acid: 11.5 – 14.5%
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Beta Acid: 6 – 7.5%
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Co-humulone: 25 – 28%
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Total Oil: 1.5 – 3 mL/100g
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B-Pinene: 0.5 – 0.8% of total oil
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Myrcene: 45 – 55% of total oil
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Linalool: 0.3 – 0.5% of total oil
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Caryophyllene: 7 – 11% of total oil
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Farnesene: 2 – 5% of total oil
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Humulene: 20 – 26% of total oil
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Geraniol: 0.1 – 0.5% of total oil