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Northern Brewer US
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About
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.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
MintGrassyPineWoodyBlack PepperGrass
Recommended Beer Styles
India Pale Ale
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
50-60%
Humulene
20-30%
Caryophyllene
5-10%
Farnesene
0-1%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid8.0 - 10.0%
Beta Acid3.0 - 5.0%
Co-Humulone20-30%
Technical Details
Total Oil1.5-2 mL/100g
HSI0.22
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 70%-85% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)