Developed at the New Zealand Horticultural Research Centre (now New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research) and released in 1976 as "Super Alpha", Dr. Rudi is a triploid variety bred from New Zealand Smoothcone. Its name was changed to Dr. Rudi in 2012. Dr. Rudi works well in single-hopped beers or in conjunction with multiple aroma varieties. Aroma notes include resin, pine, and lemongrass.
Alpha Acids: 10-12%
Beta Acids: 7.0-8.5%
Used For: Dual Purpose
Styles: Ales