HBC 1493 c.v.
Dual Purpose Hop
HBC 1493 c.v. is a promising new experimental hop variety from the Hop Breeding Company
Alpha Acids11.5-13.5 %
Beta Acids3.2-3.9 %
Total Oil1-1.5 mL
OriginUSA
Variety Details
A high-yielding noble-type aroma hop with Glacier and Hallertauer Mittelfrüh lineage, this variety expresses the refined character of traditional German aroma cultivars. It has demonstrated strong early production performance in the field and has received favorable brewer feedback, particularly in lager applications, where its clean, elegant aroma profile contributes classic noble hop character with excellent brewing versatility.
Beers and Pellets were evaluated using our Sensory Plus™ Trained Panel. Beers were dry hopped in a standard 2-Row Pale Ale at 2lb/barrel for 72 hours.
Dominant Characteristics
Herbal
Floral
Spicy
Analytical Data
Alpha Acids (%)*11.5-13.5
Beta Acids (%)3.2-3.9
Total Oil (mL/g)1-1.5
Myrcene (%)47-53
Humulene (%)13-16
Caryophyllene (%)5-8
Farnesene (%)0
Linalool (%)–
Cohumulone (%)–
*Oil composition determined by Gas Chromatography (ASBC Hops-17, EBC 7.1.2)
Style Recommendations
- IPA
- Pale Ale
- Modern Lager
- Wheat Beer
- Saison
Available Formats
T-90 PELLETS
The standard for traditional dry hopping. T-90 pellets deliver consistent bitterness, flavor, and aroma while remaining easy to store, and brew with.
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