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Sorachi Ace Hops
Sorachi Ace is a distinctive high-alpha dual-purpose hop developed in Japan in 1984 by Sapporo Breweries. A cross between Brewer’s Gold, Saaz, and Beikei No. 2, it is renowned for its bold lemon, dill, and herbal aromas. Sorachi Ace imparts a unique flavor profile, making it an excellent choice for a variety of beer styles, including Belgian ales and IPAs.
Sorachi Ace Hops Overview
- Flavors: Lemon, dill, herbal, citrus, lemongrass
- Primary Usage: Bittering and aroma (late kettle additions, dry hopping)
- Best Beer Styles: Saison, Belgian Ale, IPA, Pale Ale, Witbier
- Similar Varieties: Southern Cross, Lemondrop, Motueka
Background
Originally bred to combine the noble characteristics of Saaz with higher alpha acid content, Sorachi Ace offers both potent bittering and a distinctive aroma. Its unique profile has gained popularity among craft brewers seeking to add a bold citrus and herbal character to their beers.
Sorachi Ace Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 10.0 – 16.0% |
| Beta Acids | 6.0 – 8.0% |
| Cohumulone | 20 – 28% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.5 – 3.0 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 44 – 55% |
| Humulene | 20 – 26% |
| Caryophyllene | 7 – 11% |
| Farnesene | 2 – 5% |
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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 | $2.99 | $2.99 | $2.99 | 1 |
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Description
Sorachi Ace Hops Sorachi Ace is a distinctive high-alpha dual-purpose hop developed in Japan in 1984 by Sapporo Breweries. A cross between Brewer’s Gold, Saaz, and Beikei No. 2, it is renowned for its bold lemon, dill, and herbal aromas. Sorachi Ace imparts a unique flavor profile, making it an excellent choice for a variety of beer styles, including Belgian ales and IPAs. Sorachi Ace Hops Overview Flavors: Lemon, dill, herbal, citrus, lemongrass Primary Usage: Bittering and aroma (late kettle additions, dry hopping) Best Beer Styles: Saison, Belgian Ale, IPA, Pale Ale, Witbier Similar Varieties: Southern Cross, Lemondrop, Motueka Background Originally bred to combine the noble characteristics of Saaz with higher alpha acid content, Sorachi Ace offers both potent bittering and a distinctive aroma. Its unique profile has gained popularity among craft brewers seeking to add a bold citrus and herbal character to their beers. Sorachi Ace Hop Analysis Alpha Acids 10.0 – 16.0% Beta Acids 6.0 – 8.0% Cohumulone 20 – 28% of alpha acids Total Oil Content 1.5 – 3.0 mL/100g Myrcene 44 – 55% Humulene 20 – 26% Caryophyllene 7 – 11% Farnesene 2 – 5%
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Northern Brewer LLC Best Price | $2.99 | Out of Stock | 5/13/2026 | View Product → |
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