ApollovsHPA-016

Apollo (bittering) and HPA-016 (aroma) 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

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Apollo

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

When to pick HPA-016

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPine

Only in Apollo

GrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLimeLemonDank

Only in HPA-016

MandarinFruity

Property

PropertyApolloHPA-016
Alpha acid15–20.5%15.7–18.7%
Beta acid5.5–8%5.9–9%
Co-humulone23–28%33–37%
Total oil0.8–2.5 mL1.7–1.9 mL
Myrcene30–50%35–49%
Humulene20–35%0–2%
Caryophyllene14–20%6–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeBitteringAroma

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