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, and chilies. Works well with all hop-forward beers, including American and Belgian styles. Also works well with subtle blended beers such as those with coffee, fruit, and spices. Possible similar hops: Mosaic, Simcoe, Citra.
- Alpha Acids: 10 – 17%
- Beta Acids: 4 – 6%
- Cohumulone: 22 – 27%
- Total Oil (ml/100g): 0.7 – 1.5%
- Humulene: 21 – 30%
- Caryophyllene: 10 – 13%
- Farnesene: 5 – 7%
- Linalool: <1%
- Myrcene: 25 – 29%
