Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Phoenix
Alpha acid
8–13.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–3 mL
United Kingdom
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Phoenix
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshCitrusResinHerbal
Only in Phoenix
MolassesChocolateSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Admiral | Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 8–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3.3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 24–33% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 23–25% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 29–31% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 10–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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