Key Traits of BitterGold

BitterGold is a super-alpha cultivar selected for strong bittering performance and dependable field behavior, offering brewers efficient bitterness contribution while maintaining moderate resistance to key mildew pressures. This profile summarizes key sensory, brewing, and agronomic traits used by growers and brewers when evaluating BitterGold.

Aroma and Flavor

BitterGold contributes a distinctive aroma profile that can shape beer character and flavor expression.

• Primary Aromas: Citrus, Earthy, Spicy

Brewing Uses

BitterGold is used in a range of brewing styles based on its chemistry and sensory profile.

• Styles: IPA, Pale Ale, Strong Ale

Yield and Growth

• Yield: 1086-3091 lbs/acre
• Maturity: Mid-late season

Disease Resistance

• Downy Mildew: Moderate
• Powdery Mildew: Moderate

Alpha and Beta Acids

• Alpha Acids: 14.0-16.0 %
• Beta Acids: 6.0-7.5 %

Research and Publications

• Development of BitterGold Hops by Henning, J. (Hop Breeding Journal) , 1980