ApollovsWurttemberg
Apollo (bittering) and Wurttemberg (aroma) 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
Wurttemberg
Alpha acid
3.8%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Wurttemberg
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineLime
Only in Apollo
GrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLemonDank
Only in Wurttemberg
FloralOreganoWoody
Property
| Property | Apollo | Wurttemberg |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–20.5% | 3.8% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | - |
| Humulene | 20–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 14–20% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |