Genetically distinct from the original English variety, US Northern Brewer was created as a cross between Northern Brewer and a Native American variety. The result is much better suited to US growing conditions.
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For a long time Northern Brewer was relegated solely to Europe, but is now enjoying a resurgence in US craft beers, particularly Steam and California Common-style brews. It’s considered useful in a wide variety of other beer and ale types though.
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| Also Known As | |
| Characteristics | |
| Purpose | Bittering & Aroma |
| Alpha Acid Composition | 8%-10% |
| Beta Acid Composition | 3%-5% |
| Co-Humulone Composition | 20%-30% |
| Country | US |
| Cone Size | Medium |
| Cone Density | Moderate to compact |
| Seasonal Maturity | Early to mid |
| Yield Amount | 1600-1800 kg/hectare (1420-1610 lbs/acre) |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Resistant to | Resistant to downy mildew |
| Susceptible to | |
| Storability | Retains 70%-85% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20ºC (68ºF) |
| Ease of Harvest | Difficult |
| Total Oil Composition | 1.5-2 mL/100g |
| Myrcene Oil Composition | 50%-60% |
| Humulene Oil Composition | 20%-30% |
| Caryophyllene Oil | 5%-10% |
| Farnesene Oil | 0%-1% |
| Substitutes | Northern Brewer, Chinook |
| Style Guide | India Pale Ale |
Where to Buy Northern Brewer (US) HopsAs a listing requirement, all suppliers below ship nationally to their respective countries. |
Northwest Hop Farms (Canada)
Hops Direct (USA)
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References
http://beerlegends.com/northern-brewer-us-hops
https://ychhops.com/varieties/northern-brewer
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