Hop Science

Beta Acid

Hop compounds that do not isomerize during the boil but slowly oxidize over time into bitter compounds. While less immediately relevant than alpha acids, beta acids contribute to the pleasant aged-hop character in some traditional European styles and affect hop storage stability.

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