Description
Ekuanot hop pellets 5 kg – fruity American aroma hop
Ekuanot is an American aroma hop from the Hop Breeding Company, a cross between Warrior and a wild hop. The variety was released in 2014 under the name Equinox, but was later renamed because of trademark issues. Ekuanot has a high oil content and a fruity, bright and zesty profile with grapefruit, lemongrass, mandarin and tropical fruit. The 5 kg pack suits breweries and large batches.
Please note: This product is only available in Norway.
Aroma and flavour
- Grapefruit, lemongrass and mandarin
- Guava, lychee, mango, pineapple and passion fruit
- Blackcurrant, gooseberry and grapes
- A hint of fresh, sweet pepper
Use and beer styles
- Aroma and flavour hop for late additions, whirlpool and dry hopping
- Often used in American pale ale and IPA
- Works well as a single hop
- Also suits sour beers and pilsner
Technical data
- Alpha acid for the lot: stated in the product title
- Typical alpha acid for the variety: 12.9–15.7%
- Typical beta acid: 3.9–5.5%
- Total oil: up to 4.5 ml/100 g
- Myrcene (share of oil): 14.2–45%
- Humulene (share of oil): 12–22.8%
- Origin: USA
- Pack size: 5 kg pellets
Typical values for the variety are taken from BarthHaas. Alpha and oil content vary from year to year, so calculate bitterness from the alpha acid in the product title.
Storage
The hops are vacuum-packed and stored in a freezer room at -18 °C. Keep them cold, dark and airtight, preferably in the freezer. Stored this way they keep for a long time, including older harvests. Once opened, divide the hops into airtight bags, ideally vacuum-sealed, and return them to the freezer.
Hop quality and storage – technical article from Yakima Valley Hops (PDF)
Frequently asked questions about Ekuanot
Is Ekuanot the same as Equinox?
Yes. The variety was bred as HBC 366 and released as Equinox in 2014, but was later renamed Ekuanot because of trademark issues.
Which beers suit Ekuanot?
Ekuanot is often used in American pale ale and IPA, and works well as a single hop. BarthHaas also mentions sour beers and pilsner.
How much alpha acid does this Ekuanot have?
BarthHaas gives a typical 12.9–15.7% for the variety. The alpha acid for the lot you receive is stated in the product title, so use that figure when you calculate bitterness.
How should I store the hops?
Cold, dark and airtight, preferably in the freezer. Seal an opened bag well, ideally with a vacuum sealer. Stored correctly, hops keep for a long time, including older harvests.
Who is the 5 kg pack for?
The 5 kg pack suits breweries and large batches. Homebrewers can find the same variety in a 100 g pack.
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