ApollovsYakima Gold
Apollo (bittering) and Yakima Gold (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
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yakima Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLemon
Only in Apollo
CitrusOrangePineResinCannabisLimeDank
Only in Yakima Gold
Smooth
Property
| Property | Apollo | Yakima Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–20.5% | 7–8% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–20% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |