Hop Substitution Calculator
Find the right substitute for any hop variety
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When do I need to substitute hops?
There are many reasons to substitute a hop variety: your desired hop is unavailable, you want to brew an international recipe with local ingredients, or you want to experiment. The key to a good substitute lies in matching the aroma profile, alpha acid range, and purpose.
Tips for Hop Substitution
- Match the purpose: replace bittering hops with bittering hops and aroma hops with aroma hops.
- Adjust the amount if alpha acid levels differ — higher alpha = fewer grams needed.
- For dry hopping and whirlpool additions, the aroma profile matters most, not the alpha acid.
- Try multiple substitutes — sometimes a new hop combination yields an even better result.