Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Flyer
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusResin
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineHerbal
Only in Flyer
SpicyLicoriceCaramel
Property
| Property | Admiral | Flyer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 8.3–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4.1–6% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 26–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 17–25% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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