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Newport
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About
Newport is the offspring of Magnum and a USDA male variety. Oregon State University and the USDA successfully bred it in 2002 in an effort to address concerns over mildew resistance. It was said to have helped save Northwest US hops production around this time when mildew issues threatened multiple hops varieties.
Origin
Released in 2002 and developed by the USDA, Newport was is the descendant of Magnum and a USDA male variety. Newport was developed to help combat the issue of poor mildew resistance.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
Clean BitternessCedarHerbalEsteryWineBalsamicCitrusEarthyFlavors Of Wine And Balsamic
Recommended Beer Styles
Pale AleAmecan Lager
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
47-54%
Humulene
1-9%
Caryophyllene
1-7%
Farnesene
0-1%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid13.5 - 17.0%
Beta Acid7.2 - 9.1%
Co-Humulone36-38%
Technical Details
Total Oil1.6-3.6 mL/100g
HSI0.4
Flavor Intensity7/10
Brewing Usebittering
StorabilityRetains 60% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)