Talus Hops – Brewing the Best Fruity IPA

Talus® HOP PROFILE 

Talus®, previously known as HBC 692, is a variety from the Hop Breeding Company, which is a joint venture between John I. Haas and Yakima Chief Ranches. It is the result of a hybrid pollination of the Sabro® and open pollination. The aroma of Talus® has been described as “intense flavors of citrus, flowers, and wood… with grapefruit, stone fruit, oak, coconut, and pine.” The pine stands out as a great way to make the best Pacific Northwest IPA. And even though Talus is a daughter of Sabro, the signature coconut aroma and flavor is much softer and more subdued than how it displays in Sabro.

Talus® is also an interesting hop because it usually has a 1:1 ratio of alpha to beta. This characteristic is highly sought after by German brewers for pilsners because it helps create a more “harmonious” bitterness.

SEE WHAT BREWERS ARE SAYING ABOUT OUR TALUS® HOPS

Talus: “From farm to glass, Talus is a robust hop that provides a great, consistent flavor outcome,” says Virgil McDonald, Innovations Brewmaster at John I. Haas. “Its bold aroma translates to strong brewing performance, with a versatility that lends itself to many beer styles, particularly hop-forward beers.” 

EXAMPLES OF BEERS BREWED WITH TALUS® HOPS

Brewers at Single Hill used Talus, wet HBC 586, and kilned HBC 586 together to achieve a new fresh hop beer.

Fresh Hop Lateral A – Single Hill

Brewers at Fremont use Talus, Centennial, and Mosaic together to achieve a moderately sweet and subtle hazy.

Space Rex Hazy – Fremont Brewing 

Brewers at Fremont use Talus and Mosaic together for a fresh hop beer. 

Head Full Fresh Hop Hazy – Fremont Brewing