King Humulus - India Pale Ale

Humulus is the Latin name of our favorite plant: hops are the basis of every beer and play an important role in the brewing process. The aromatic cones contain bitter substances, essential oil and tannins, from which the taste of the beer is formed. The malt also contributes to this, but the hops are the adjusting wheel with which an incredible spectrum of nuances can be created. The fresh flowers of the plant are processed into pellets or extract and brewed in this form. Some brews are also prepared with fresh or dried cones, but the pellet form is the most common form of use. However, hops not only taste good and provide the great bitterness, they also have positive health effects: Its ingredients have a calming, soporific effect and are antibacterial. Hops can also help with digestive problems. However, we are not sure whether the alcohol contained in the beer cancels out the good effects, so we would rather concentrate on the good taste at this point.

That of King Humulus, for example. The American brewery Aviator has dedicated a beer to hops. The India Pale Ale was hopped with five different varieties and not only conjures up a whopping 7.2% alcohol content, but also a hop-accentuated interplay of aromas in the glass.

Hoppy, juicy, drinkable!