Aloha BlendvsUltra
Aloha Blend (dual purpose) and Ultra (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Aloha Blend
Alpha acid
8.8–10.3%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Aloha Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ultra
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Aloha Blend
BerryBlack currantSweet
Only in Ultra
MildPleasantFloral
Property
| Property | Aloha Blend | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–10.3% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | - | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 50–60% |
| Humulene | - | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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