Glacier

Glacier Hops was released by Washington State University in 2000. This varieties roots are planted in the lineage of many other great hop varieties, and is made up of the following:

• 1/2 Elasser
• 5/32 Brewers Gold
• 1/8 Northern Brewer
• 1/16 Bullion Hops
• 1/32 Early Green
• 1/32 German Aroma Hops
• 1/64 East Kent Golding
• 1/128 Bavarian
• 1/128 Unknown

 

Glacier Hops is a balanced dual purpose hops. Its composure lends itself to many applications in many styles of beers. Glacier's alpha acid rating averages around 5.5% and its flavor and aroma profile are suitable for both English and American style ales. It contains moderate humulene, myrcene, and caryophyllene oils, all in good balance. The aroma has citrus notes, and hints of fruit, as well as an herby and woody aroma. The bitterness is active and so satisfying in beer.