Density Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Density was bred at Wye College under Dr. Neve from a cross between a New Mexico wild female hop, Eastwell Golding, and various other old English hops. No longer grown commercially due to low yield and alpha acids.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Density, the best alternative is Defender.

At A Glance

Profile Pleasant European aroma characteristics.
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 4.4 - 6.6%
Substitutes Defender

General Information

Country United Kingdom
Storage Stability
Retains 72% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 4.4 - 6.6%
Beta Acid 2.6 - 4.7%
Cohumulone 35.0 - 39.0%
Total Oil 0.26 - 0.71 ml/100g
Myrcene 50.6 - 66.9%
Humulene 13.3 - 19.6%
Caryophyllene 2.5 - 2.6%
Farnesene 0.3%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 890 - 2100 pounds/acre
Maturity Mid early to mid late
Resistant Downy mildew (moderate), Verticillium Wilt
Growth Rate Fair to good
Cones Small to medium size
Sex Female
Leaf Color Dark green
Side Arm Length 12 - 20 inches

Discovery Tags

Variety Name
Defender Eastwell Golding
Origin
United Kingdom
Breeding/Supplier
Wye College
Last Updated
  • 2021-09-20 09:00:35
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.