Description
El Dorado is a relatively new kid on the block. Created by Moxee Valley-based CLS Farms, LLC in 2008, it was released to the public in 2010. A product of the Yakima Valleys cooler climate, it features a uniquely fruity flavour profile in addition to desirable bittering and aromatic properties.
High vigour, high alpha acids, lots of oils and resins, good storage stability and an exceptional yield also make this, on paper at least, an outstanding commercial variety. It exhibits bold tropical fruit flavours, said to be reminiscent of pineapple and mango, in addition to a resinous back note. On the nose, it imbues aromas of pear, watermelon, stone fruits and even candy. To date, it has seen use in wheat beers, Pale Ales and IPAs.
| Characteristics |
Flavours of tropical fruit, pineapple, mango. Aromas of pear, watermelon, stone fruit and candy. |
| Purpose |
Bittering & Aroma |
| Alpha Acid |
13%-17% |
| Origin |
US |
| Substitutes |
Simcoe |
| Styles |
Wheat, India Pale Ale |
