Archer
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Archer
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusPeach
Only in Archer
ApricotLime
Only in USDA 008
SweetMangoStone fruit
Property
| Property | Archer | USDA 008 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 10.1–11.1% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2.7–3.3% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 25–26% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 1.6–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 6–7% |
| Humulene | 26–30% | 48–49% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 16–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |