ApollovsMagnum (US)
Apollo and Magnum (US) are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Magnum (US)
Alpha acid
10–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
1.6–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Magnum (US)
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Apollo
GrapefruitOrangePineResinCannabisLimeLemonDank
Only in Magnum (US)
FloralSpicyNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Apollo | Magnum (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–20.5% | 10–16% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 21–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | 1.6–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–20% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |