Good substitute for Mt Hood Hops?

[nztayls]

Hi all,

So, down here in New Zealand we can get most hops - both local and imported. But I am struggling to find Mt Hood. I want to try a batch of "Denny's Wry Smile" as I keep reading this is one recipe every brewer should try.

My question is, what would be a suitable substitute for Mt Hood in this recipe?

 

[LexusChris]

Not sure what substitutes you can find down in New Zealand, but I usually see Liberty & Crystal mentioned in the US, and Hallertauer, Hersbrucker or Strisselspalt for Europe.
--LexusChris

 

[nztayls]

Thanks, I have managed to get my hands on some crystal, so will give this a shot.

Cheers!