Centennial Hops – Whole Leaf 100g
Centennial Whole Leaf Hops
Centennial hops are a well-known American dual-purpose variety bred from multiple lineages, including Cascade and East Kent Goldings.
They deliver both clean bitterness and expressive aroma.
In whole leaf form, Centennial gives a punchy blend of citrus peel, pine, and light floral notes.
It works at nearly any stage of the boil and excels in hop-forward American styles.
Use throughout the process — early for firm bitterness, late or dry for layered aroma and bright citrus character.
Centennial Hop Profile
- Origin: United States
- Alpha Acid: 9–11.5%
- Beta Acid: 3.5–4.5%
- Characteristics: Citrus peel, pine, floral, resin
- Substitutes: Cascade, Chinook, Columbus
- Use: Dual-purpose – bittering and aroma
Centennial Hop Flavour
Centennial brings bold citrus—especially lemon and orange peel—balanced by piney bitterness and a touch of floral.
It’s more assertive than Cascade, with a cleaner bitterness that holds up in high hopping rates or strong malt backgrounds.
Beer Styles for Centennial Hops
Centennial is a go-to for American craft styles that benefit from robust hop presence and balance.
- IPA: Provides citrus-pine intensity and lasting bitterness.
- Pale Ale: Adds bright aroma and firm hop character.
- Amber Ale: Cuts through sweetness with citrus edge.
- Blonde Ale: Lifts the profile with floral-citrus aroma in lighter bases.
- American Wheat: Brings freshness without overpowering esters or malt.
Centennial Hop Substitutes
Centennial hops can be swapped with other US varieties like Cascade, Chinook, or Columbus when needed.
- Cascade: Softer and more floral, with less bitterness and citrus punch.
- Chinook: Harsher pine and spice character, but similar bold bitterness.
- Columbus: Offers more dank, resinous aroma but fills a similar bittering role.
Centennial Hop Pairings
Pairs well with Citra, Simcoe, and Amarillo in modern hop blends where clarity, brightness, and citrus complexity are key.
- Citra: Adds tropical high notes and juicy depth to citrus base.
- Simcoe: Enhances pine and earth while layering stone fruit and dank notes.
- Amarillo: Boosts orange and floral tones for a softer citrus blend.
Brewer’s Tip
Centennial is a workhorse. If you're designing a hop schedule for an American-style beer, try it as the main bittering charge and again late in the boil.
It also stands up well in single-hop recipes where clarity and structure matter.
