Warrior
- Alpha Acids: 14% – 17%
- Beta Acids: 4.5% – 5.5%
- Cohumulone: 24% – 26%
- Origin: Washington, USA
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Bred by Yakima Chief Ranches, Warrior is one of the strongest bittering hops due to its high alpha acid content but with the relatively low cohumulone levels Warrior bitters without a harshness. With these attributes warrior hops typically are used exclusively for the full boil but with its high myrcene oil content (~50%) also works great as an aromatic hop leaving a mild citrus and pine character to your brew.
Warrior can typically be found in American IPA and is a very popular variety for Double and Imperial IPA’s. Some possible substitutions include Nugget, Magnum and Columbus. Warrior is known to be a vigorous grower with yields typically well over a ton per acre.
REFERENCES/FURTHER READING
http://hopunion.com/warrior-brand-ycr-5-cv/
http://beerlegends.com/warrior-hops
http://brewwiki.com/index.php/Warrior_Hops
http://www.beeradvocate.com/community/threads/warrior-hops.17010/
