ApollovsGlacier

Apollo (bittering) and Glacier (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

Glacier

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

3.3–9.7%

Beta acid

5.4–10%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Apollo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Glacier

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Apollo

CitrusGrapefruitOrangePineResinCannabisLimeLemonDank

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Property

PropertyApolloGlacier
Alpha acid15–20.5%3.3–9.7%
Beta acid5.5–8%5.4–10%
Co-humulone23–28%11–16%
Total oil0.8–2.5 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene30–50%35–45%
Humulene20–35%25–35%
Caryophyllene14–20%8–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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