Northdown
Spicy
Floral
Herbal
Genetic Origin: Bred at Wye College from a Northern Brewer and a downy mildew-resistant male cross; closely related to both Target and Challenger; released for commercial planting in the early 1970's.
Aroma Evaluation
Aroma Description
Spicy, floral, pine
Agronomic Aspects
| Growing | |
|---|---|
| Yield (kg/ ha) | 1500 - 1750 |
| Maturity | early to mid early |
| Main growing country | United Kingdom |
| Resistance against Diseases | |
|---|---|
| Wilt disease | susceptible |
| Downy mildew | tolerant |
| Powdery mildew | susceptible |
Ingredients
| Bitter Components | |
|---|---|
| Alpha acids % | 6.0 - 10.0 |
| Beta acids % | 4.5 - 6.5 |
| Co-humulone % rel. | 30 - 32 |
| Polyphenols | |
|---|---|
| Xanthohumol % | 0.3 - 0.4 |
| Aroma Components | |
|---|---|
| Total oil (ml/100g) | 1.2 - 2.2 |
| Farnesene % rel. of total oil | 1.0 - 2.0 |
Last updated: 06/02/2025