Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Diamant
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–1.7 mL
Germany
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 Diamant
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResinHerbal
Only in Diamant
FennelLavender
Property
| Property | Admiral | Diamant |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 7–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | - |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 18–20% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | - |
| Humulene | 23–26% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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