Boadicea
Boadicea was the world’s first aphid resistant variety and as such is the most environmentally friendly hop available. Boadicea was released in 2004 by Horticulture Research International (HRI) at Wye College in the UK from ‘open crossing’ of aphid resistant hedgerow varieties.
It is naturally resistant to aphids and has good resistance to wilt and downy mildew therefore requiring fewer pesticides than any other hop. Its storage stability is good. Boadicea is an unusual hedgerow hop and is excellent for finishing and dry hopping.
Key Flavours
Beer Styles Guide
Pilsner & Pale Ale
Growing Information
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Season Maturity |
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Ease of Harvest |
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Yield |
- kg/hectare |
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Wilt Resistance |
Tolerant |
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Powdery Mildew Resistance |
- |
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Downy Mildew Resistance |
Resistant |
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Hop Mosaic Resistance |
Tolerant |
Common Brewing Values Ranges
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Alpha Acid |
7.5 - 10% |
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Beta Acid |
3.2 - 4.5% |
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Alpha – Beat Ratio |
2:1 |
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Hop Storage Index |
- |
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Co-Humulone |
23 - 29% |
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Total Oils |
1.3 - 2.2 mL/100g |
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Myrcene |
30 - 40% |
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Humulene |
19 - 21% |
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Caryophyllene |
15 – 19% |
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Farnesene |
0 - 5% |