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Pride Of Ringwood
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About
When Australian hop Pride of Ringwood was released in 1958 it had the distinction of being the hop with the highest alpha acid content in the world. Though that title has been long surpassed it is still an incredibly popular bittering hop. Best utilized fresh, Pride of Ringwood is primarily a bittering hop but also exhibits spicy, fruity aromas when used as a late addition.
Origin
Originally released in 1958 and developed at the Ringwood Hop Research Station, it was bred from the English hop Pride of Kent through open pollination. Pride of Ringwood was once the highest alpha hop in the world. At one time it was also the vast majority of hops grown in Australia, peaking at around 90%.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
SpicyFruity AromaCedarHerbalOakFruity
Recommended Beer Styles
Amber AleLagerFruit LambicPale AleAustralian LagerStrong AleGolden AleAmerican Pale Ale
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
25-53%
Humulene
2-8%
Caryophyllene
5-10%
Farnesene
≥1%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid7.0 - 11.0%
Beta Acid4.0 - 8.0%
Co-Humulone33-39%
Technical Details
Total Oil1-2 mL/100g
HSI0.5
Flavor Intensity5/10
Brewing Usebittering
StorabilityRetains 45-55% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)