Loral Hops:

The Loral hops, also known as HBC 291, is an aromatic hop variety originating from the United States. It was made public in May 2016. Its father is Nugget and its mother is the French variety Glacier. Loral hops is also the grandson of the Tardif de Bourgogne variety, which gives this variety a noble French pedigree.

The Loral hops has a very pleasant aroma, floral, peppery, citrusy with a character of dark fruits. Used in Dry Hop, it will mainly bring floral, fruity and citrus notes.

It is often used for American-style beers, such as IPAs, Pale Ales, Lagers, Pilsners, Wheats and Saisons.

Organoleptic properties:

• Country of origin: United States
• Alpha Acids: 10% - 12.0%
• Beta Acids: 4.5% - 5.5%
• Total oils: 1.5 - 2.5 ml / 100g

Preferred beer styles:

• IPA
• Pale Ale
• Lager
• Wheat ale
• Saison

Possible alternatives:

Cascade, Hallertau Blanc