Product Description
Magnum Hops
Magnum is a high-alpha German hop variety developed at the Hop Research Center in Hüll and released in 1980. Bred from Galena and a German male hop, Magnum is renowned for its clean, smooth bitterness and subtle aromatic qualities. Its low cohumulone content contributes to a refined bitterness, making it a popular choice for a wide range of beer styles.
Magnum Hops Overview
- Flavors: Clean bitterness, grassy, subtle spice, mild citrus, pineapple, floral
- Primary Usage: Bittering (early kettle additions)
- Best Beer Styles: IPA, Pale Ale, Lager, Pilsner, Stout
- Similar Varieties: Nugget, Horizon, Columbus, Hallertauer Taurus
Background
Originally bred for high alpha acid content and disease resistance, Magnum has become a staple in both commercial and homebrewing. Its ability to impart a clean bitterness without overpowering other flavors makes it versatile for various beer styles. While primarily used for bittering, some brewers appreciate its subtle aromatic contributions when used in late additions.
Magnum Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 11.0 – 16.0% |
| Beta Acids | 4.5 – 7.0% |
| Cohumulone | 21 – 29% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.6 – 3.0 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 30 – 45% |
| Humulene | 30 – 45% |
| Caryophyllene | 8 – 12% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
| Linalool | 0.2 – 0.7% |
| Geraniol | 0.3 – 0.6% |
| β-Pinene | 0.4 – 0.8% |
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Last 1 days of price history
| Date | Low Price | High Price | Average Price | Vendors |
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| May 13, 2026 | $3.09 | $3.09 | $3.09 | 1 |
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Description
Magnum Hops Magnum is a high-alpha German hop variety developed at the Hop Research Center in Hüll and released in 1980. Bred from Galena and a German male hop, Magnum is renowned for its clean, smooth bitterness and subtle aromatic qualities. Its low cohumulone content contributes to a refined bitterness, making it a popular choice for a wide range of beer styles. Magnum Hops Overview Flavors: Clean bitterness, grassy, subtle spice, mild citrus, pineapple, floral Primary Usage: Bittering (early kettle additions) Best Beer Styles: IPA, Pale Ale, Lager, Pilsner, Stout Similar Varieties: Nugget, Horizon, Columbus, Hallertauer Taurus Background Originally bred for high alpha acid content and disease resistance, Magnum has become a staple in both commercial and homebrewing. Its ability to impart a clean bitterness without overpowering other flavors makes it versatile for various beer styles. While primarily used for bittering, some brewers appreciate its subtle aromatic contributions when used in late additions. Magnum Hop Analysis Alpha Acids 11.0 – 16.0% Beta Acids 4.5 – 7.0% Cohumulone 21 – 29% of alpha acids Total Oil Content 1.6 – 3.0 mL/100g Myrcene 30 – 45% Humulene 30 – 45% Caryophyllene 8 – 12% Farnesene <1% Linalool 0.2 – 0.7% Geraniol 0.3 – 0.6% β-Pinene 0.4 – 0.8%
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