Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
Palisade
Alpha acid
5.5–10%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Astra
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Palisade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Honey
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetPeachWhiteMelonGrassyGrapefruit
Only in Palisade
OrangeYogurtPassion fruitApricotFloralClean
Property
| Property | Astra | Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 5.5–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 24–29% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 8–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |