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El Dorado

Dual PurposeVery High AlphaUS
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About

El Dorado is a relatively new kid on the block. Created by Moxee Valley-based CLS Farms, LLC in 2008, it was released to the public in 2010. A product of the Yakima Valley’s cooler climate, it features a uniquely fruity flavor profile in addition to desirable bittering and aromatic properties.

Origin

Developed by Moxee Valley-based CLS Farms, LLC and released in 2010.

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

MangoPeachPineappleWatermelonFruityTropicalPearCandyStone FruitCherryApricotCitrusGrassWoodMintFlavors Of Tropical FruitMango. Aromas Of PearStone Fruit And Candy.

Recommended Beer Styles

WheatIndia Pale Ale

Substitutes

GalenaEkuanotHard to substitute but try NuggetSimcoeCitraNelson SauvinRakau

Oil Composition

Myrcene
55-60%
Humulene
10-15%
Caryophyllene
6-8%
Farnesene
≥0.1%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid13.0 - 17.0%
Beta Acid7.0 - 8.0%
Co-Humulone28-33%

Technical Details

Total Oil2.5-3.3 mL/100g
HSI0.5
Flavor Intensity6/10
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityModerate

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