The measure of its aroma and alpha characteristics make it appropriate for any and all kettle stages. Commercially it has been used in New Belgium Hop Kitchen’s French Aramis, a dry, refreshing India Pale Ale.
From the Alsace region in France. The first variety to come from the Comptoir Agricole breeding program. It inherited Strisselspalt’s excellent aromas while providing a more plentiful and stable bittering quality.
Pedigree: The product of a 2002 cross between the French variety Strisselspalt and the English variety WGV (Whitbread Golding Variety)
Aroma: Sweet, spicy notes, with hints of citrus and herbs
Typical beer styles: Pilsner, Lager, Wheat, Saison, India Pale Ale, Belgian Ales, Pale Ale, Porter
| Brewing Usage | Aroma |
| Alpha Acid | 6.5 - 8.5% |
| Beta Acid | 3.5 - 5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21 - 28% |
| Total Oil | 1.2 - 1.6 mL/100g |