northern brewer

A classic and American hop. It’s known as a dual hop and has an alpha acid content of 8-11%. It has floral and citrus characteristics. It’s considered to be somewhat similar to Cascade with its grapefruit flavour but with some orange notes as well. Used in IPA’s and Pale Ales predominantly. Vacuum packed for freshness.

On site vac packed hops at better prices.UK Hop: Alpha acids 3.7%.

On site vac packed hops at better prices.UK Hop: Alpha acids 5.0%.  Originally grown as a Fuggles replacement,  Progress is a very versatile hop that combines fine aroma properties  with a respectable alpha acid content. It seems to be at its best when  combined with Goldings in high class Bitters  and Pale Ales

Dual purpose hop.
A high alpha acid hop with a very unusual aroma profile. Chinook has a very strong grapefruit character in both the rub of the hop and in the beer. Ideal for one-off and seasonal specials

Substitutions

Centennial, Columbus

Origin/History

Developed from a cross between a Petham Golding and a US selected male with high alpha acids. Released in 1985 and becoming increasingly more popular.

Agronomics

Maturing mid to late season. The cones are long, medium compact with outward turning petals. Tolerant to infection with Prunus necrotic ring-spot virus, moderately tolerant to Downy Mildew. Not excessively sensitive to insects.

• Low alpha. Ideal for late aroma hopping. Saaz hops have long been established as a high quality European aroma variety.
• Earthy, spicy hop aroma.
• Popular for lager.
• Can be used for all grain brewing or added to beer kits to enhance flavour and aroma.
• Vacuum packed to ensure long life & freshness.