Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Idaho 7
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangePineCitrusResin
Only in Admiral
TeaFreshHerbal
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantTropicalApricotGrapefruitPapayaFloralBlack currantEarthy
Property
| Property | Admiral | Idaho 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 9.5–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |