EKUANOT, Pellets T90

What is Ekuanot?
Ekuanot, formerly known as Equinox, is a modern hop variety bred to offer brewers a rich blend of fruit, herbaceous, and floral characteristics. Its unique oil composition makes it a standout for those aiming to craft distinctive beers.

How to Use Ekuanot
Ekuanot shines in all stages of brewing. Its high alpha acids contribute to a clean and crisp bitterness, while its expressive aromatic profile makes it a favourite in late boil additions and dry hopping.

• Bitter Hop: Thanks to its elevated alpha acid content, Ekuanot is excellent for laying down a foundation of bitterness that balances a beer’s flavour profile.
• Aroma Hop: When used as an aroma hop, Ekuanot unveils notes of lime, papaya, and berries, accompanied by soft green pepper and floral accents.
• Dry Hop: Dry hopping with Ekuanot enhances tropical and citrus-forward notes, creating an alluring bouquet of fruit and spice. This makes it a prime candidate for hop-forward beer styles.

Flavour Profile
Ekuanot’s complexity lies in its combination of juicy fruits—such as melon, orange, and papaya—complemented by a subtle herbal depth and peppery finish.

Combining with Other Hops
Ekuanot pairs beautifully with hops like Mosaic, Citra, and Amarillo. Together, these combinations can amplify citrus and tropical character while rounding out bitterness and aroma for a balanced brew.

Benefits of Ekuanot
Ekuanot offers versatility, high oil content, and an intricate flavour spectrum, making it suitable for a wide array of beer styles. It gives brewers the freedom to experiment while consistently delivering vibrant results.

Substitution

• How can this hop be substituted: Substituting Ekuanot: For similar flavour profiles, Mosaic or Galaxy can replicate its tropical and herbal notes, though neither may fully capture Ekuanot's unique spiciness.
• Ekuanot as a Substitute: Ekuanot can be used as a substitute for other fruity and citrus-forward hops like Simcoe or Amarillo, offering a spicier dimension that enhances complexity.

History
Ekuanot was released in 2014 under its original name, Equinox, before being rebranded. It quickly gained popularity for its robust bitterness and dynamic flavour profile, establishing itself as a key player in modern brewing.

Key Features
Origin: USA
FLAVOUR PROFILE:

• Citrus
• Papaya
• Lime
• Berry
• Herbal
• Green pepper

HOP STATISTICS:

ACID COMPONENTS

Alpha Acids 13 - 16% w/w

Beta Acids 4 – 5.5% w/w

Cohumulone 31 - 38% of alpha acids

OIL COMPONENTS

Total Oil 2.5 – 4.5 ml/100 g

Farnesene <1% of whole oil

Humulene 12 - 20% of whole oil

Myrcene 30 - 45% of whole oil