Chelan Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Chelan is a daughter of Galena, bred by John I. Hass, Inc and released in 1994.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Chelan, the best alternatives are Galena or Nugget.

At A Glance

Profile Mild floral and citrus.
Purpose Bittering
Alpha Acid 12.0-14.5%
Substitutes Galena, Nugget
Beer Styles American Ale

General Information

Country United States
Storage Stability
Retains 80% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 12.0-14.5%
Beta Acid 8.5-9.8%
Cohumulone 33.0-35.0%
Total Oil 1.5-1.9 ml/100g
Myrcene 45.0-55.0%
Humulene 12.0-15.0%
Caryophyllene 9.0-12.0%
Farnesene <1.0%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 2000 - 2400 lbs/acre
Maturity Early to middle
Resistant Verticillium wilt
Susceptible Downy mildew (moderate)

Chelan Aroma/Flavor Profile

Last Updated
  • 2020-05-10 16:36:49
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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.