Pilgrim is a British dual purpose variety 'high hop' with an alpha acid percentage ranging from 9-13%. Bred at the Hop Research Institute of Wye College, it has the same father as First Gold and Herald. It has performed well as a replacement for other dual hops. It is often compared to Target because of its alpha acid levels. However, higher levels of Humulene and Selinen levels comparable to Challenger give Pilgrim a much hoppier aroma. From early storage trials, stability of the alpha acids in Pilgrim seems to be excellent.
Specifications:
- Aroma Specifications: Spicy, citrusy, pear
- Alpha Acids: 9.0 - 13.0%
- Beta Acids: 4.5 - 5.0%
- Co-Humulone: 36 - 48%
- Total Oil: 1.2 - 1.8 mL / 100g
All hops are nitrogen flushed during packaging including any repackaged in-house.