Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Mackinac
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResinHerbal
Only in Mackinac
TropicalMelonPapayaSpicyFloralBlack currant
Property
| Property | Admiral | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |