AkoyavsNorthern Brewer (US)
Akoya (aroma) and Northern Brewer (US) (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Akoya
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
Northern Brewer (US)
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Akoya
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northern Brewer (US)
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Akoya
TeaSpicyGreenPepper
Only in Northern Brewer (US)
PineWoodyMintBlack currant
Property
| Property | Akoya | Northern Brewer (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 27–34% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–45% |
| Humulene | - | 27–31% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Aurora