Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Sun
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sun
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Only in Sun
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Property
| Property | Admiral | Sun |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | - |
| Humulene | 23–26% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |