Alpha Extract 20%
Yellow to amber in colour, homogeneous, aqueous solution.
Overview
AlphaExtract is a pure, aqueous solution of natural alpha acids in the form of potassium salts, derived from CO hop extract.
AlphaExtract imparts a smooth bitterness to beer with a bitterness only 10 % of that of iso-alpha acids.
AlphaExtract also improves the stability and cling of beer foam.
Flavour
AlphaExtract provides a smooth (sensory) bitterness at a dosing rate of 7 – 8 mg/l, depending on the type of beer. However, this will lead to an increase in the analytical bitterness value. The perceived bitterness of AlphaExtract is smoother than that of pure iso-alpha acids.
Quick Specs
Color
Yellow to amber
Concentration
20.0 ± 1.0 % (w/w) of alpha acids
pH
8.5 (±0.5)
Viscosity
6 mPas at 20 °C (68 °F)
Density
ca. 1.05 g / ml (20°C)
Description
Aqueous hop extract to impart a smooth bitterness and foam retention
