Product Description
US Northern Brewer Hops
US Northern Brewer is a dual-purpose hop variety, originally bred in England in 1934 by crossing Canterbury Golding with a male seedling of Brewers Gold. Now cultivated in the United States, it offers a robust bittering potential alongside a distinctive aroma profile characterized by earthy, woody, and minty notes. This versatility makes it a popular choice for a wide range of beer styles.
US Northern Brewer Hops Overview
- Flavors: Earthy, woody, pine, mint, herbal
- Primary Usage: Bittering and aroma (late kettle additions)
- Best Beer Styles: California Common, English Ales, Porters, Stouts, Lagers
- Similar Varieties: German Northern Brewer, Perle, Magnum
Background
Developed for its high alpha acid content and disease resistance, Northern Brewer quickly gained popularity among brewers. The US-grown variant tends to exhibit slightly higher alpha acids and a more pronounced aroma compared to its German counterpart. Its unique combination of bittering strength and aromatic complexity makes it suitable for both traditional and contemporary beer recipes.
US Northern Brewer Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 6.0 – 10.0% |
| Beta Acids | 3.0 – 5.0% |
| Cohumulone | 27 – 32% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.0 – 1.6 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 25 – 45% |
| Humulene | 35 – 50% |
| Caryophyllene | 10 – 20% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
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Last 1 days of price history
| Date | Low Price | High Price | Average Price | Vendors |
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| May 13, 2026 | $3.09 | $3.09 | $3.09 | 1 |
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Description
US Northern Brewer Hops US Northern Brewer is a dual-purpose hop variety, originally bred in England in 1934 by crossing Canterbury Golding with a male seedling of Brewers Gold. Now cultivated in the United States, it offers a robust bittering potential alongside a distinctive aroma profile characterized by earthy, woody, and minty notes. This versatility makes it a popular choice for a wide range of beer styles. US Northern Brewer Hops Overview Flavors: Earthy, woody, pine, mint, herbal Primary Usage: Bittering and aroma (late kettle additions) Best Beer Styles: California Common, English Ales, Porters, Stouts, Lagers Similar Varieties: German Northern Brewer, Perle, Magnum Background Developed for its high alpha acid content and disease resistance, Northern Brewer quickly gained popularity among brewers. The US-grown variant tends to exhibit slightly higher alpha acids and a more pronounced aroma compared to its German counterpart. Its unique combination of bittering strength and aromatic complexity makes it suitable for both traditional and contemporary beer recipes. US Northern Brewer Hop Analysis Alpha Acids 6.0 – 10.0% Beta Acids 3.0 – 5.0% Cohumulone 27 – 32% of alpha acids Total Oil Content 1.0 – 1.6 mL/100g Myrcene 25 – 45% Humulene 35 – 50% Caryophyllene 10 – 20% Farnesene <1%
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Northern Brewer LLC Best Price | $3.09 | Out of Stock | 5/13/2026 | View Product → |
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