monkeymath
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I'd like to brew an amber-coloured lager based on vienna malt, around 5.5% abv, with a pronounced, but not overwhelming hop aroma that displays a rather "classic" profile.
I want to avoid fruity flavours, in particular tropical fruits, in favour of more grassy-herbal-"hoppy" flavours. Still, it shouldn't dive into earthy or dank, and I sure want to steer clear of onion. Floral flavours contribute to an impression of refined elegance.
Hop descriptors often vary significantly, so I thought I'd try and ask you about your experiences and preferences.
My candidates so far:
- Spalter Select
- Northern Brewer (packs a bit more punch, I think?)
- Hallertauer Mittelfrüh (more floral ime)
- Strisselspalt (or a variety derived from it; not actually grassy, but perhaps a good addition to keep it bright and refined? I've never used any French hops myself)
I've also seen Fuggles described as grassy-herbal, but I'm afraid it might be a bit heavy and earthy? I also like Opal, but it has a bit of onion and a sort of musty quality to it, that does not quite go with the picture in my head.
In the end, I'd probably combine two or maybe even three varieties, so it's not like each one has to fit the description perfectly on its own.
I'm really curious to hear suggestions, thanks for chiming in!
Cheers,
~ Daniel
I want to avoid fruity flavours, in particular tropical fruits, in favour of more grassy-herbal-"hoppy" flavours. Still, it shouldn't dive into earthy or dank, and I sure want to steer clear of onion. Floral flavours contribute to an impression of refined elegance.
Hop descriptors often vary significantly, so I thought I'd try and ask you about your experiences and preferences.
My candidates so far:
- Spalter Select
- Northern Brewer (packs a bit more punch, I think?)
- Hallertauer Mittelfrüh (more floral ime)
- Strisselspalt (or a variety derived from it; not actually grassy, but perhaps a good addition to keep it bright and refined? I've never used any French hops myself)
I've also seen Fuggles described as grassy-herbal, but I'm afraid it might be a bit heavy and earthy? I also like Opal, but it has a bit of onion and a sort of musty quality to it, that does not quite go with the picture in my head.
In the end, I'd probably combine two or maybe even three varieties, so it's not like each one has to fit the description perfectly on its own.
I'm really curious to hear suggestions, thanks for chiming in!
Cheers,
~ Daniel