Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Atlas
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimePine
Only in Atlas
Floral
Only in Apollo
CitrusGrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLemonDank
Property
| Property | Atlas | Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 15–20.5% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 14–20% |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |