WILLAMETTE HOPS

Developed in Oregon in the early 1970s, the Willamette cultivar is an aroma variety. It is a triploid seedling of the Fuggle variety. Perceived as a new but high-quality aroma hop, Willamette offers a distinct profile. The rub of the hops gives an estery/blackcurrant/herbal aroma that is very pleasant but can be quite strong.

Brewers have achieved varying results with this hop variety. Some brewers have found it to be a suitable replacement for Fuggle, others have had poor results when using it this way but have found that it stand up admirably as an aroma variety on its own merits.

Willamette HOP SPECIFICATIONS

Alpha Acid: 4-7%
Hop Type: Bittering & Aroma
Beta Acid: 3-4%
Total Oil: 1 – 1.5%