Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Minstrel
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
3–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–0.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- 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
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Minstrel
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeHerbal
Only in Admiral
TeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Only in Minstrel
SpicyBerry
Property
| Property | Admiral | Minstrel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.5–0.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 22–25% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 1–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 7–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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