ApollovsEclipse

Apollo (bittering) and Eclipse (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

Eclipse

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15.7–19%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.8–2.7 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Apollo

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eclipse

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPine

Only in Apollo

GrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLimeLemonDank

Only in Eclipse

Mandarin

Property

PropertyApolloEclipse
Alpha acid15–20.5%15.7–19%
Beta acid5.5–8%5.9–9%
Co-humulone23–28%33–37%
Total oil0.8–2.5 mL1.8–2.7 mL
Myrcene30–50%35–49%
Humulene20–35%0–2%
Caryophyllene14–20%6–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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