Herkules
Herkules
is a hop variety originating from
#Germany
and is grown in
#Germany
today.
It's usually considered
a
bittering
hop variety.
The Herkules hop plant produces
cones of medium size with moderate density. Typical yield is approx. 2500 - 2700 kgs per ha or
2230 - 2410 lbs per acre.
The flavour and aroma profile of Herkules hops is often described as
#Fruity
, #Citrus
, #Stone Fruit
, #Grassy
, #Spicy
and
#Herbal/Tea.
Herkules hops are also referenced as 95/94/816 by the breeder.
IHGC references Herkules hops as HKS or HS
and classifies it as
a
bitter hop variety.
The variety registered at the EU Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO) and protected by European plant variety rights (PVR).
Possible subsititutes for Herkules include
#Hallertauer Magnum
, #Hallertauer Merkur
, #Hallertauer Taurus
and
#Warrior®
.
Typical beers brewed with Herkules hops include
#Pilsner
and
#Lager
style beers.
Interesting facts about Herkules hops
In 2020, Herkules hops were the leading variety in the Hallertau region, occupying 6,254 ha of land, 132 ha more than in 2019.