Centennial Hops

Centennial is a relatively new variety of hopsreleased in 1990. Centennial is a hybrid and dual purpose hop developed by Charles Zimmermann at Washington State University. It is a mid-season maturing vigorous hop.

The Centennial variety of hops was bred to be both a higher alpha and an aroma variety. Many microbrewers appreciate Cantennial for its unique flavor. Being "dual purpose" hop, Centennial can be used for both bittering and flavor/aroma. As a bittering hop, Cantennial lends a crisp citrus bite. As a aroma hop, Centennial provides citrus floral aroma.

Centennial is one of the "Three Cs" along with Cascade and Columbus
alpha 8-11%