
published at: 18/06/2025
Market Report 02/2025
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Herkules ethanol hop extract offers powerful bitterness with fruity notes of honeydew melon and orange – ideal for professional brewers.
€16.42*
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
€16.42*
Herkules hop extract (ethanol) is the concentrated essence of one of Germany’s most powerful and widely used bittering hops. As a high-alpha variety, Herkules delivers strong alpha acid content and a reliable bitterness – ideal for brewers who value efficient bittering and consistent quality.
Since its introduction in 2006, Herkules has become the most widely cultivated hop variety in Germany – with nearly one in four hectares of hop fields planted with this robust hop. But Herkules is more than just bitter: its aromatic spectrum includes fruity notes of honeydew melon, lemon balm, and orange, rounded out by peppery spice and citrus freshness.
As an ethanol-based extract, this hop is particularly suitable for professional brewing. It offers maximum dosing accuracy, extended shelf life, and consistent flavor impact – ideal for bittering lagers, bocks, IPAs, and more.
Alpha acid (%): | 57,0 |
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Aroma: | Balm, Citrus, Melon (cantaloupe), Orange, Pepper |
Category: | Bittering hops |
Content: | 0,351 |
Country of origin: | Germany |
Crop year: | 2021 |
Customs tariff number: | 13021300 (EXT) |
Growing area: | DEH |
Hop variety: | Herkules |
Oil (ml/100g): | (n/a) |
Processing type: | Ethanol extract |
Unit: | 1 can |
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Promotion ends on June 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. The 5% discount applies exclusively to products in the shop, excluding shipping costs. The discount code can be used in the shopping cart.