Developed by the Hop Research Center Hüll, Herkules hops were launched in 2006. They are bred to be a potent, high-yielding, disease-resistant bittering hop. They are a descendant of the Taurus variety. Notably, in 2020, this hop was the most widely cultivated variety in Hallertau, Germany’s main hop-growing region.

Characteristics : spices, orange, resinous, pepper
Uses: Lager, Pilsner

Origin : Germany
Hop type : Bittering

Beer types : Lager, Pilsner
Acids :

• Alpha: 12-17%
• Beta: 4.3 – 4.7%
• Cohumulone: ​​32-38%

Total oils : 1.9 – 2.2ml/100g
Possible substitutes : Magnum, Merkur, Taurus