Vanguard Hops
Characteristics
Vanguard is a US hop variety that came about in 1982 with breeding between a Hallertau mother and unnamed father. Like its parentage, Vanguard is somewhat noble and mild in aroma. At an average of 5.5 to 6% AA, Vanguard is great as an aroma addition in any German style beer (Munich Helles, Kolsch, Hefeweizen, Alt.) It's US parentage lends Vanguard an ever-so-slight herbal citrus that is quite restrained, but perfect for hybrid styles like American Wheat.
Because of its US breeding and relatively higher Alpha compared to it parent Hallertau, Vanguard is a great substitute and money-saver both due to its availability and Alpha quantity.
Specifications
Typical Use : Aroma
Alpha Acid : 5.5 to 6% AAU
Origination : USA
Characteristics : Mild, Fine Aroma
Styles : German Lager, American
Similar Hops : Hallertauer, Liberty