Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Northdown
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobaccoCitrus
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Agnus | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Admiral