Characteristics: Flavors of lemon citrus, orange, dill, cilantro
Purpose: Bittering & Aroma
Alpha Acid: 11.5%-16%
Origin: Japan
Styles: Saison, Lager

If you’ve ever enjoyed Sapporo, then you know what Sorachi Ace can do. Originally produced by the Sapporo Brewery in Hokkaido, Japan in the mid-1980s, it was resurrected in the US in 2006. It is a cross between Saaz, Brewer’s Gold and BeiKei No. 2.

Sorachi Ace is considered excellent in several beer styles, particularly those desiring a distinct lemon citrus flavor. Some brewers have even reported flavors of orange, cilantro, dill and oak.