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About

Banner did not fare well on the commercial market. Bred from a Brewer's Gold seedling in the early 1970's through open pollination, its first test plot was abandoned due to severe mildew problems.

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

Pleasant AromaBitterAromaModerate Bittering Potential

Recommended Beer Styles

Bitter

Substitutes

Oil Composition

Myrcene
≥66.4%
Humulene
≥11.8%
Caryophyllene
≥7.7%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid8.4 - 13.0%
Beta Acid5.3 - 8.0%
Co-Humulone34-%

Technical Details

Total Oil2.17- mL/100g
HSI0.57
Brewing Usebittering
StorabilityRetains 43% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)

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