Description
Medusa is a native North American Humulus lupus var. neomexicanus recovered from the wild in the mountains of New Mexico.
Medusa is an aroma hop that is typically used in only late boil additions, including dry hopping.
Medusa delivers strong flavor and aroma characteristics of intense guava, melon, apricot and citrus fruit. Also has intense lemon-lime flavors with subtle alfalfa and peach flavors.
Acid profile & Oil composition (%)
Aroma profile and use
Acid profile
Oil composition (%)
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Total oil2–4.5 mL
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Alpha acid5.6–6.4%
Beta acid4.8–6.1%
Total oil1.4–2 mL
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Beta acid2–3%
Total oil0.6–0.8 mL
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Beta acid3.3–7.1%
Total oil1.2–1.4 mL
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