Pedigree: Descendant of Magnum and a USDA male 58111
Brewing Usage: Bittering
Aroma: Mild
Alpha Acids: 13.5 – 17.0%
Beta Acids: 7.2 – 9.1%
Co-Humulone: 36 – 38% of alpha acids
Storage Stability: ~60% alpha remaining after 6 months
Total Oil: 1.6 – 3.4 mL/100g
Myrcene: 47 – 54% of total oil
Humulene: 9 – 14% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 4 – 7% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil
General Trade Perception: Viewed as an excellent bittering hop
Possible Substitutions: Brewer’s Gold, Fuggle, Galena, Magnum, Nugget
Typical Beer Styles: American-style Ales, Barley Wine, Stout
Additional Information: Developed through the USDA program at Oregon State University and released in 2002