Target (UK) 1oz Pellets – BSG

Description

Released by Wye College (United Kingdom) in the early 1970s, Target quickly became the most widely-grown variety in the UK. It is a cousin of Challenger and descendant of Northern Brewer and Goldings.

Target is a bittering hop with high alpha acid and delivers a sharply hoppy IPA, bitter, and pale ale, or for efficient bittering additions of darker and less-hoppy English or Belgian styles. It is also used by many UK brewers, alone or in a blend, as a singular late hop. It's sensory is intense and pleasantly pungent with dried citrus and sagebrush overtones. Whirlpool or dry hop additions play up a spice character.

Alpha Acid: 9.5 – 12.5%

Use: Dual Purpose