12-17% Alpha Acids • South African • Finishing Hop
African Queen is a South African bred high alpha, daylight neutral hop whose pedigree is a diploid seedling selected from a cross between 91J7/25 and an SA male 94US2/118. The aroma profile includes dank, blueberries, stone fruit, black currant, gooseberries, bubble gum, lemongrass, watermelon, and chilies. Works well with all hop-forward beers, including American and Belgian styles, especially modern IPAs. Also works well with Brettanomyces beers and subtle blended beers such as those with coffee, fruit, and spices.
Used For: US-Style Pale Ales, IPAs, Double IPAs
Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include dank, blueberries, stone fruit, black currant, gooseberries, bubble gum, lemongrass, watermelon, and chilies.
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