Pedigree: Lineage includes Brewer’s Gold, Canterbury Golding and Early Green
Brewing Usage: Bittering
Aroma: Mild and pleasant with spicy, herbal tones
Alpha Acids: 12.0 – 14.5%
Beta Acids: 4.0 – 6.0%
Co-Humulone: 22 – 26% of alpha acids
Storage Stability: ~76% alpha remaining after 6 months
Total Oil: 1.8 – 2.2 mL/100g
Myrcene: 48 – 55% of total oil
Humulene: 16 – 19% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 7 – 9% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil
General Trade Perception: Gaining acceptance as a dual purpose variety
Possible Substitutions: Columbus, Galena, Magnum
Typical Beer Styles: Ale, Barley Wine, Bière de Garde, Saison, Stout
Additional Information: Released from the USDA breeding program in Oregon in 1983