Flavour/Aroma
With aromas of lemon and spice, Pilot is also known for its marmalade flavour.
Bittering Characteristics
Pilot has a wonderfully refreshing, clean and crisp bittering.
About Pilot
With an essential oil that is distinctively different to other British hops, Pilot works well as a bittering or late aroma hop.
Breeding of Pilot
Bred at Horticulture Research International (HRI) Wye College in the UK and released in 2001. A high yielding Hedgerow variety, Pilot has a tolerance to wilt, but is susceptible to both Downy and Powdery mildews. It has good storage stability.
| Alpha | 8-11% |
| Beta | 3.3-5.0% |
| Cohumulone | 35% |
| Total Oils | 0.8-1.5% |
| Myrcene | 35-40% |
| Humulene | 3.5% |
| Farnesene | Trace |