ApollovsAtlas

Apollo (bittering) and Atlas (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Apollo

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–20.5%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2.5 mL

United States

Atlas

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–11%

Beta acid

4%

Total oil

1.3–1.6 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Apollo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Atlas

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PineLime

Only in Apollo

CitrusGrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLemonDank

Only in Atlas

Floral

Property

PropertyApolloAtlas
Alpha acid15–20.5%5–11%
Beta acid5.5–8%4%
Co-humulone23–28%36–38%
Total oil0.8–2.5 mL1.3–1.6 mL
Myrcene30–50%58–59%
Humulene20–35%8–10%
Caryophyllene14–20%3–5%
Farnesene0–1%13–14%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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