Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Horizon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobacco
Only in Horizon
FloralFloral
Property
| Property | Agnus | Horizon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 8.8–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 5.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 16–19% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Target