Description
A cross out of Fuggle and a Cascade male. Also called experimental #04190
Contessa is a bittering hop that is commonly used only to bitter the beer during brewing, and not for too much flavor and aromas.
This noble hop variety elicits aromas of green tea, floral, lemongrass and light pear. According to Hopsteiner, Contessa's aroma lends a smooth and delicate bitterness while delivering an elegant fragrance, making it a perfect fit for the lager beer style and unique addition to many others.
Acid profile & Oil composition (%)
Aroma profile and use
Acid profile
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Nobility Blend
IPAAPAPils
Alpha acid4.2–4.5%
Beta acid4.9–5.3%
LemonOrangeLemongrassGreen+2
Vista
IPAAPAPils
Alpha acid8–12%
Beta acid3.5–5.5%
Total oil0.8–2.2 mL
TropicalTangerineMelonPear+4
Aramis
Pale AlePilsWitbier
Alpha acid5.5–8.5%
Beta acid3–5.5%
Total oil1.2–1.6 mL
GreenHerbalSpicyCitrus+3
Aurora
IPAAPAPils
Alpha acid6.5–13%
Beta acid2.7–5.5%
Total oil0.9–1.8 mL
FloralSpicyLemongrassNoble
Bergamot
IPAAPAPils
Alpha acid8–10.7%
Beta acid6–8.9%
OrangeMangoDankCherry+7
Bitter Gold
IPAAPAPils
Alpha acid12–18.8%
Beta acid4.5–8%
Total oil0.8–3.9 mL
Stone fruitTropicalPearWatermelon+3
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