Sovereign

BitteringMedium AlphaUK

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About

Sovereign hops have a light, sweet, floral character which can develop into subtle hints of fruit. Sovereign is a hop in the classic English style. It can be used a refreshing alternative to Fuggles and Goldings in both light and dark beers. Also proven to be successful in Pilsners, Helles and Wheat beers.

Origin

Developed at Wye College by Dr Peter Darby, Sovereign is from an open pollination made in 1995. It is a grand-daughter of Pioneer and great, great grand-daughter of WGV.

Flavor & Aroma Characteristics

QuinceGingerbreadGreen PepperCherryComplex AromaEarthyFloralGrassyMintFruityHerbalPearGrass

Recommended Beer Styles

American LagerAmerican Pale Ale

Substitutes

FuggleNone

Oil Composition

Myrcene

25-30%

Humulene

21-26%

Caryophyllene

7.9-8.1%

Farnesene

3.5-3.7%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid4.5 - 6.5%

Beta Acid2.1 - 3.1%

Co-Humulone26-30%

Technical Details

Total Oil0.6-1 mL/100g

HSI0.3

Flavor Intensity6/10

Brewing Usebittering

StorabilityGood

External Resources

hopsteiner.com