Like Summit hops, Pioneer hops are a dwarf variety – they don’t grow too high (20+feet), more like 8 feet tall which makes them easier to harvest. According to sources, they are a sister variety to Herald.
I couldn’t find any information about Herald so they must be the more popular sister (Marcia vs. Jan).
They are fairly new to the market and being used by a few commercial brewers. Here’s the round up for Pioneer Hops:
Origin: UK – Wye College
Aroma/Flavor: Pleasant citrus, less aggressive than American varieties. Well rounded bitterness.
Alpha Acid: 8 – 10%
Typical Usage: Dual – Bittering and Aroma
Beer Styles: English Pale Ales, Bitters.
Chris
I was just wondering if you found any sources in the US for Pioneer? I have a buddy who really wants to brew with them but has been unable to find a US supplier. Thanks.
John
I haven’t found one yet. I found one in the UK and one in AU but not in the US.