TARGET HOPS

Target was released in 1972 and was the first result of a Wye College breeding programme to produce a wilt tolerant high alpha variety. It has rapidly established itself as the most widely grown English variety, with nearly half of the market. Target is a moderate yielding high alpha variety that was grown primarily in Kent and Sussex. However, due to the incidence of Wilt, it has now also become prominent in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. It is susceptible to Downy Mildew but has good resistance to both Powdery Mildew and Verticillium Wilt.

Target HOP SPECIFICATIONS

Alpha Acid: 8-12%
Hop Type: Bittering & Aroma
Beta Acid: 5-5.5%
Total Oil: 1.6% – 2.6%