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Warrior®(YCR 5 cv.) is a high alpha variety of recent origin developed by Yakima Chief Ranches. It is used both for its aromatic properties and especially for its bittering properties,

due to its low cohumulone content.

 

Alpha Acids 15 - 18%

Beta Acids 4.5 - 5.5%

Cohumulone (% of alpha acids) 24%

Total Oils (Mls. per 100 grams dried hops) 1.0 - 2.0

Myrcene (as % of total oils) 40 - 50%

Caryophyllene (as % of total oils) 8.0 - 10%

Humulene (as % of total oils) 15 - 20%

Farnesene (as % of total oils) < 1.0%

Possible Substitutions: Nugget, Columbus, Magnum

Cascade is an aroma hop that was developed by the U.S.D.A. breeding program in Oregon and released in 1972. It has a medium strength aroma that provides a unique floral/spicy character with well balanced bittering potential. It is the most popular hop with the U.S. craft brewing industry.

 

Alpha Acids 4.5 - 7.0%

Beta Acids 4.8 - 7.0%

Cohumulone (% of alpha acids) 33 - 40%

Total Oils (Mls. per 100 grams dried hops) 0.7 - 1.4

Myrcene (as % of total oils) 45 - 60%

Caryophyllene (as % of total oils)  3.5 - 5.5%

Humulene (as % of total oils) 8.0 - 13%

Farnesene (as % of total oils) 3.0 - 7.0%

Possible Substitutions Centennial, Amarillo

Crystal is a triploid variety that was bred by U.S.D.A. from Hallertau mf, Cascade, Northern Brewer, and Early Green. It is perceived as the most pungent of the triploid Hallertau family of hops, and is increasingly popular among U.S. craft brewers. It is a versatile variety that is used in Pilsners and Lagers, as well as in ESB’s and American and Belgian-style Ales. Crystal is primarily grown in Oregon.

 

Alpha Acids 3.5 - 5.5%

Beta Acids 4.5 - 6.5%

Cohumulone (% of alpha acids) 20 - 26%

Total Oils (Mls. per 100 grams dried hops) 1.0 - 1.5

Myrcene (as % of other oils) 40 - 65%

Caryophyllene (as % of other oils) 4.0 - 8.0%

Humulene (as % of other oils) 18 - 24%

Farnesene (as % of other oils) <1.0%

Possible Substitutions: Mt. Hood, Liberty