NORTHERN BREWER, Pellets T90
Northern Brewer is a versatile and traditional hop variety cherished by brewers for its balanced and reliable characteristics. Originating in Europe, this dual-purpose hop brings a unique combination of earthy, woody, and herbal notes with subtle hints of mint and evergreen. Its refined bitterness and delicate aroma make it a staple in various beer styles.
- Flavour Profile: Northern Brewer delivers earthy, woody, herbal, and minty notes, complemented by a touch of resinous pine and a clean bitterness.
- Beer Styles: Perfect for Pale Ales, Bitters, Porters, Stouts, and a variety of Lagers.
- Alpha Acids: 5–10%
- How to Use Northern Brewer: Northern Brewer can be employed as a bittering hop due to its clean, moderate bitterness, but it also shines as an aroma and dry hop, providing subtle yet characteristic flavour layers.
Description
What is Northern Brewer?
Northern Brewer is a European hop variety, originally bred in England and widely cultivated in Germany. Its strong resistance to diseases and pests made it a favourite among farmers, while its unique flavour profile earned a permanent spot in breweries around the world. Northern Brewer strikes an ideal balance between bittering strength and aroma depth, making it a true workhorse for brewers.
How to Use Northern Brewer
Northern Brewer adapts seamlessly to a range of brewing needs. As a bittering hop, it imparts a firm but smooth bitterness to the brew, forming the backbone of many classic recipes. When used for aroma or dry hopping, it contributes a complex bouquet of woody, herbal, and slightly minty notes that complement a broad range of malt profiles.
- Bitter Hop: With its moderate alpha acids, Northern Brewer is an excellent bittering hop for balanced beers, creating a clean and structured bitterness without overwhelming the palate.
- Aroma Hop: Its subtle earthy and herbal aroma makes Northern Brewer suitable for enhancing the nose of traditional beer styles.
- Dry Hop: For dry hopping, Northern Brewer adds a light evergreen and minty freshness, especially in darker beer styles.
Flavour Profile
Northern Brewer is distinguished by earthy and woody flavours, with nuanced hints of herbal mint and resin, enhancing the depth and complexity of any brew.
Combining with Other Hops
Northern Brewer pairs exceptionally well with traditional noble hops or fruity modern varieties. Its earthy backbone can mellow citrus-heavy hops or elevate malty beers with a touch of herbaceousness.
Benefits of Northern Brewer
Its versatility and balanced profile allow it to work seamlessly in both simple and complex recipes, making it a reliable choice for professional brewers and hobbyists alike.
How Can This Hop Be Substituted?
- Substituting Northern Brewer: When Northern Brewer isn’t available, consider hops like Perle or Magnum for a similar bittering quality with slight differences in aroma.
- Northern Brewer as a Substitute: It can stand in for noble hops in certain recipes, lending a touch more intensity to flavour while maintaining a classic essence.
History
Bred in the 1930s in England, Northern Brewer was developed to withstand challenging growing conditions and common hop diseases. It quickly spread to Germany, where its versatility and flavour solidified its reputation as one of the most enduring and dependable hops in brewing history.
Key Features
Origin: England/Germany
FLAVOUR PROFILE:
- Earthy
- Woody
- Herbal
- Minty
- Resinous
- Clean bitterness
HOP STATISTICS:
ACID COMPONENTS
Alpha Acids 5 - 10% w/w
Beta Acids 3.5 – 5% w/w
Cohumulone 28 - 33% of alpha acids
OIL COMPONENTS
Total Oil 1.6 – 2.1 mls/100 grams
Caryophyllene 8 - 10% of whole oil
Farnesene <1% of whole oil
Humulene 25 - 30% of whole oil
Myrcene 30 - 35% of total oil
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