Also Known As
CharacteristicsSolid bittering, light flavor, herbal aroma
PurposeBittering & Aroma
Alpha Acid Composition9.5%-14%
Beta Acid Composition4.2%-5.8%
Co-Humulone Composition22%-30%
CountryUS
Cone SizeMedium to large
Cone DensityCompact
Seasonal MaturityMid
Yield Amount1700-2200 kg/hectare (1520-1970 lbs/acre)
Growth RateModerate
Resistant toResistant to prunus necrotic ring-spot virus, downy mildew and powdery mildew
Susceptible toResistant to prunus necrotic ring-spot virus, downy mildew and powdery mildew
StorabilityRetains 70%-80% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20ºC (68ºF)
Ease of HarvestDifficult
Total Oil Composition1.5-3 mL/100g
Myrcene Oil Composition48%-59%
Humulene Oil Composition12%-22%
Caryophyllene Oil7%-10%
Farnesene Oil0%-1%
SubstitutesGalena
Style GuideIndia Pale Ale, Imperial India Pale Ale