ApollovsSorachi Ace
Apollo (bittering) and Sorachi Ace (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLemon
Only in Apollo
GrapefruitOrangePineResinCannabisLimeDank
Only in Sorachi Ace
DillWoodyTobaccoHerbal
Property
| Property | Apollo | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–20.5% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–20% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Japan |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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