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Boadicea Hop Plant

Boadicea Hop Plant

Origin United Kingdom

Primary Use Aroma

Height Dwarf

Cultivar or Brand ID OR423

Licence British Hop Association

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.

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Flavour Description:

Mild, light floral and spicy, with a grassy scented aroma

  • Growing Information

    Season Maturity Mid

    Ease of Harvest Unknown

    Typical Yield Unknown

    Wilt Sensitivity Tolerant

    Prowdery Mildew

    Downy Mildew Moderately Resistant

  • Common Brewing Values

    Alpha Acid 7.5 - 10%

    Beta Acid 3.2 - 4.5%

    Co-Humulone 23 - 29%

    Total Oils 1.3 - 2.2 mL/100g

    Myrcene 30 - 40%

    Humulene 19 - 21%

    Caryophyllene 15 - 19%

    Farnesene 0 - 5%