Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Boomerang
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Boomerang
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResinHerbal
Only in Boomerang
Spicy
Property
| Property | Admiral | Boomerang |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 10–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 27–32% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 30–53% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 17–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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