Myrcene in Beer: The Terpene Behind Fresh Hop Aroma
Explore myrcene, the dominant oil in many hop varieties, and how harvest timing, storage and brewing technique affect its pungent aroma in beer.
Geraniol in Beer: Floral and Fruity Hop Aromas
Explore geraniol, a floral and fruity hop terpene found in roses, citrus and berries, and how brewing and fermentation transform it in beer.
Farnesene in Beer: Floral, Citrus and Noble Hop Character
Explore farnesene, a volatile hop terpene associated with floral, apple, citrus, woody and spicy aromas in classic and modern varieties.
Humulene in Beer: Woody, Earthy and Spicy Hop Character
Explore humulene, a major hop terpene responsible for woody, earthy and spicy character, particularly in noble and English hop varieties.
Linalool in Beer: A Key Marker of Hop Aroma
Explore linalool, a soluble hop terpene associated with floral and citrus aromas, and learn which brewing additions best preserve it in beer.
Caryophyllene in Beer: Pepper, Spice and Woody Hop Aroma
Explore beta-caryophyllene, a hop terpene that brings black pepper, spice and woody character to beer through late hopping and dry hopping.
Limonene in Beer: The Terpene Behind Citrus Hop Aroma
Explore limonene, the citrus-driven terpene found in hops and fruit zest, and how hop choice and brewing technique preserve it in beer.
Pinene in Beer: The Terpene Behind Piney Hop Aroma
Explore pinene, the potent woody and herbal terpene that gives many classic and modern hop varieties their distinctive pine character.
Terpenes in Beer: An Introduction to Hop Aroma
Learn what terpenes are, how plants use them and why these volatile compounds are responsible for many of the aromas brewers seek from hops.
