AdmiralvsYellow Sub
Admiral (bittering) and Yellow Sub (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrus
Only in Admiral
TeaFreshPineResinHerbal
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedApricotBlackberry
Property
| Property | Admiral | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | - |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | - |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | - |
| Humulene | 23–26% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Amarillo