Cohumulone

[robsan77]

Hi all,

I have heard that hops with low Cohumulone are better for bittering but can someone explain why for me?

Also what do beta acids provide?

Thanks

 

[robsan77]

Bump: Just thought I'd give it another go.

 

[jamesb]

Rob, I really can't be arsed going through my books, but I think lower cohum hops impart a less harsh bitterness. Or the other way around. I'm six pints to the wind right now. Think of the bitterness of Target compared to Brewers Gold for instance.

 

[TLServices]

jamesb is spot on - hops with high cohumulone levels give a harsher bitterness so those with lower levels tend to be preferred in taste testing.