Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
HBC 586
Alpha acid
18–22%
Beta acid
11–14%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick HBC 586
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResin
Only in HBC 586
MangoLycheeGuavaSpicy
Property
| Property | Admiral | HBC 586 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 18–22% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 11–14% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 8–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |