General Description

Considered a pillar of the USA hop industry and one of the most prolifically grown varieties in the US, Willamette is a hop derived from Fuggle and well known for its Heraceous spiciness, floral and fruity aromatics. Being used in a variety of more floral, earthy styles of beer.

Characteristics

Alpha Acids: 4 – 6%

Beta Acids: 3 – 4%

Primary usage: Aromatic additions

Aromatic character: Heraceous spiciness, floral, fruity.

Complimentary beer styles

This hop strain is best used in beer styles such as:

Ale

American Ales

Pale Ale

Brown Ale

English Ales

Porter

Due to its balanced floral, spicy notes

Substitutes

Fuggle

Styrian Golding

Tettnang

Keep in mind that alpha acid differences in substitutes may need to be accounted for when weighing out your quantities.

Storage

Colder is better when storing hops as the rate of loss halves for every 15°C lowered in temperature. Optimal storage conditions for hops are between -21°C - 0°C in a sealed, airtight environment.

Shelf life

If stored in ideal conditions your hops will only experience a rate of deterioration of about 10% for every 6 months stored. An unopened packet of hop pellets can effectively last up to 4 years in ideal conditions, though keep in mind that the rate of deterioration increases at higher temperatures and unsealed environments.