MAIN AROMAS
Citrus, Herbal/Earthy
Nugget
Hop Description
Released as a descendant of Brewer’s Gold via Oregon’s USDA breeding program in 1983, this high-alpha hop is one of the most popular bittering varieties in the U.S. thanks in particular to its strong storage potential and its mellow herbal and earthy aroma.
Aroma Profile
Citrus, Herbal/Earthy, Tropical/Fruit
- Brewing Values
- Aromas
Alpha 11.5 - 14 %
Beta 3 - 5 %
Total Oil 2.1 - 3.1 ml/100g
COHUMULONE 22 - 30 %
Myrcene 27 - 50 %
Humulene 16 - 22 %
Caryophyline 7 - 11 %
Farnesene <1%
Storage Very good to Excellent
ALPHA
BETA
TOTAL OIL (ml/100g)
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Beta
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Beta
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Beta
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Total Oil
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Beta
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Total Oil
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Beta
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