Origin
USA. At one time the most widely-grown US aroma hop, Willamette is a daughter of the renowned English Fuggle and was released in the 1970s out of the USDA breeding program. It is named after Oregon’s Willamette River and the hop-growing center in its valley.

Brewing Application
Aroma. Willamette can be incorporated into many styles thanks to its moderate alpha and mellow disposition. English ales are a natural fi t, but it also does well in many American and European ale styles as well.

Aroma & Flavor Characteristics
Mild. Warm and inviting character containing high notes of wood resin, dried fruit, and fresh hay.

Maturity: Early

Alpha Acid Range % 4.0 – 6.0
Beta Acid Range % 3.0 – 4.5
Co-Humulone as % of alpha 30 – 35
Total oils mL/100 gr. 1.0 – 1.5