AstravsWillamette
Astra and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Astra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Willamette
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetPeachWhiteMelonGrassyGrapefruitHoney
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Property
| Property | Astra | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 5–6% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding