ApollovsTriumph

Apollo (bittering) and Triumph (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

Triumph

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Apollo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Triumph

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusOrangePineLime

Only in Apollo

GrapefruitResinCannabisLemonDank

Only in Triumph

SpicyPeachFruity

Property

PropertyApolloTriumph
Alpha acid15–20.5%9–12%
Beta acid5.5–8%3–5%
Co-humulone23–28%22–26%
Total oil0.8–2.5 mL0.8–1.8 mL
Myrcene30–50%25–40%
Humulene20–35%28–34%
Caryophyllene14–20%8–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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