The granddaughter of Pioneer, Sovereign is an English variety bred at Wye College in the mid-1990s. Released in 2006, Sovereign is gaining respect for its complex and delicate aroma profile.
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Floral, grassy and minty on the nose, its bittering qualities are classic and well rounded. It has also been reported to impart subtle green tea and vanilla aspects to a beer. Works well in conjunction with Goldings.
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| Characteristics | Complex aroma, subtle notes of green-tea and vanilla |
| Purpose | Bittering |
| Alpha Acid Composition | 4.5%-6.5% |
| Beta Acid Composition | 2.1%-3.1% |
| Co-Humulone Composition | 26%-30% |
| Country | UK |
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| Total Oil Composition | 0.6-1 mL/100g |
| Myrcene Oil Composition | 25%-30% |
| Humulene Oil Composition | 21%-26% |
| Caryophyllene Oil | 7.9%-8.1% |
| Farnesene Oil | 3.5%-3.7% |
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| Style Guide | American Lager, American Pale Ale |
Where to Buy Sovereign HopsAs a listing requirement, all suppliers below ship nationally to their respective countries. |
Northwest Hop Farms (Canada)
Hops Direct (USA)
Amazon (USA)
Humlegårdens Ekolager (Sweden)
Brook House Hops (United Kingdom)
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References
https://ychhops.com/varieties/sovereign
http://www.britishhops.org.uk/sovereign-2/
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