Hop Variety – Centennial

posted May 1st, 2014 by Stan Hieronymus

Pedigree: Derived from ¾ Brewer’s Gold and contributions
of Fuggle, East Kent Golding and others
Brewing Usage: Dual Purpose
Aroma: Medium intense floral and citrus (lemon) tones
Alpha Acids: 9.5 – 11.5%
Beta Acids: 3.5 – 4.5%
Co-Humulone: 28 – 30% of alpha acids
Storage Stability: 60 – 65% alpha remaining after 6 months
Total Oil: 1.5 – 2.5 mL/100g
Myrcene: 45 – 60% of total oil
Humulene: 10 – 18% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 4 – 8% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil General Trade Perception: Very balanced, often called a super Cascade
Possible Substitutions: Cascade, possibly Chinook or Columbus
Typical Beer Styles: American-style Ales, IPA, Wheat
Additional Information: Bred in 1974 and released in 1990