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Yakima Gold
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About
Developed by Washington State University and released in 2013, Yakima Gold has excellent mild bittering and aroma properties and makes for a great dual-use hop. It descends from Early Cluster and a wild Slovenian male, so it may display some Saaz-like qualities.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
SmoothGrapefruitLemonLemon Zest
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
45-50%
Humulene
21-25%
Caryophyllene
6-8%
Farnesene
9-10%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid8.8 - 10.5%
Beta Acid4.3 - 5.0%
Co-Humulone21-23%
Technical Details
Total Oil1.9-2.3 mL/100g
HSI0.35
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop