Altus
Alpha acid
15–18.5%
Beta acid
4–5.2%
Total oil
3–4.4 mL
United States
Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Altus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Flyer
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ResinSpicy
Only in Altus
Tangerine
Only in Flyer
CitrusLicoriceCaramel
Property
| Property | Altus | Flyer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–18.5% | 8.3–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.2% | 4.1–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–29% | 26–35% |
| Total oil | 3–4.4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | - | 17–25% |
| Humulene | - | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |