Sovereign
Fruity
Sugarlike
Genetic Origin: Dwarf variety recently developedat Wye Hops Ltd. by Peter Darby; noticeable for ist very high ratio of cones to leaf at harvest.
Aroma Evaluation
Aroma Description
Fruity, pear, sweet
Agronomic Aspects
| Growing | |
|---|---|
| Yield (kg/ ha) | 1500 - 1750 |
| Maturity | mid early to late |
| Main growing country | United Kingdom |
| Resistance against Diseases | |
|---|---|
| Downy mildew | tolerant |
| Powdery mildew | tolerant |
Ingredients
| Bitter Components | |
|---|---|
| Alpha acids % | 5.0 - 6.0 |
| Beta acids % | 2.2 - 2.4 |
| Co-humulone % rel. | 27 - 29 |
| Polyphenols | |
|---|---|
| Xanthohumol % | 0.2 - 0.4 |
| Aroma Components | |
|---|---|
| Total oil (ml/100g) | 0.6 - 0.8 |
| Farnesene % rel. of total oil | 3.4 - 3.8 |
| Linalool % rel. of total oil | 0.4 - 0.7 |
Last updated: 11/02/2025