Katarzyna Wolinska-Kennard (BarthHaas)

The influence of hop varieties and hop aroma products on the flaovur profile of beer

This presentation explores the chemistry of hop flavour and aroma, from hop composition to its influence on the sensory profile of beer. It covers the key aroma-active compounds found in hops, their sensory characteristics, and their contribution to beer flavour. The presentation also discusses hop varieties, the brewing process, and the factors that shape hop flavour in beer. In addition, different hop products and their applications in brewing are presented, followed by case studies comparing hop aroma profiles with the flavour profiles of beers brewed using selected Australian hop varieties.