This article discusses a specific variety of hops. For general information about selecting, using or propogating hops, see the main hop page
Alpha Acids: | 7.0 to 10.0% |
Storage: | 45 to 55% |
Bittering: | Yes |
Aroma: | Yes |
Flavour: | No |
Released in 1965 as a very high Alpha acid hop, this hop accounts for about 90% of Australian hop production. Cross of a wild Tasmanian hop and the English Pride of Kent. It has a distinct somewhat coarse but pleasant citrus aroma (try a Foster's lager).
- Flavour
- Pride of Ringwood has a pleasant but strong citrus nose.
- Styles
- Used primarily in British ales and Australian lagers and ales.
- Substitutions
- Kent Goldings, Centennial, Galena, Cluster