African Queen hops were bred in South Africa and is the child of 91J7/25 and 94US2/118. Berries, stone fruit, and melons are the most common descriptors of African Queen, but it is complex and unique with some brewers describing a slight chili spice. African Queen offers good alpha acids and is a perfect fit for West Coast IPAs.
- 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%
- Geraniol: 0.3%
- Myrcene: 25 – 29%
