Developed by Hop Breeding Company and released in 2014, Ekuanot™ (formerly Equinox) HBC 366 features pronounced aroma characteristics and extremely high oil content. This variety bursts out of the spring soil in vibrant yellow and gradually matures to a deep green color by fall harvest.
Aroma: Specific descriptors include melon, berry, orange peel, lime, papaya, pine and fresh peppers.
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Alpha Acid: 13 - 15.5%
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Beta Acid: 4 - 5%
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Co-humulone: 31 - 36%
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Total Oil: 2.5 - 4 mL/100g
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B-Pinene: 0.4 - 0.8% of total oil
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Myrcene: 30 - 45% of total oil
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Linalool: 0.2 - 0.5% of total oil
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Caryophyllene: 8 - 12% of total oil
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Farnesene: < 1.0% of total oil
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Humulene: 12 - 20% of total oil
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Geraniol: 0.2 - 0.2% of total oil