Certified Organic Multihead Neomexicana Hop Rhizome
Multihead Hops, also known as “Medusa Hops”, is a variety of neomexicanus which is a subspecies of Humulus lupulus. Neomexicanus is a true wild American hop native to North America’s southwest. Over a period of millions of years it has adapted to a hot, dry climate which makes it perfect for homebrewers in states like Arizona, New Mexico, Southern California, Texas and Colorado to grow their own hops. It gets its name for the unique habit of producing cones with split heads, hence “Medusa” from Greek mythology of the maiden with multi headed snakes for hair. Another difference from other hops is the spacing of the internodes on the bine where the cones are produced. They are a third the distance apart than other hops which gives them the potential to produce more cones.
Multihead is a low level alpha hop so not as useful for bittering but comes through in unique flavors and aromas described as intense citrus, melon, guava and apricot or peaches. This is definitely a variety in a class of its own that is quickly catching on for its unusual characteristics in both growth and brewing.
Used to brew: IPAs to Pale & Cream Ales
- Alpha acid: 4.5-4.8%
- Beta acids: 5.5-5.8%
- Co-humulone: 45%
- Myrcene: 48% total oil
- Farnesene: 2.24% total oilo-humalone
- Humulene: 18.11% total oil
Sometimes supplies run low on certain varieties. Please choose a replacement hops variety or type refund in the space below if you prefer not to have a replacement. This helps us fulfill your order efficiently.
MULTIHEAD Certified Organic Hops Rhizome
Please inspect your hops upon arrival. Some formation of mycorrhizal fungi is normal. Open the bag and allow fresh air in. Dampen if necessary, and store in the refrigerator or plant immediately. Growing instructions included.
DO NOT FREEZE!
Hops are shipped beginning in late March. They are shipped in the order they are received.
Orders are sent via USPS. Please be sure to include a valid email address to receive shipping notification.
