ApollovsHORT9909

Apollo (bittering) and HORT9909 (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

HORT9909

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–10%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Apollo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick HORT9909

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPineLimeLemon

Only in Apollo

GrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisDank

Only in HORT9909

HaySweetSpicyNobleBlack currant

Property

PropertyApolloHORT9909
Alpha acid15–20.5%6–10%
Beta acid5.5–8%3–4%
Co-humulone23–28%27–29%
Total oil0.8–2.5 mL-
Myrcene30–50%49–51%
Humulene20–35%11–13%
Caryophyllene14–20%4–5%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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