Barbe RougevsTarget
Barbe Rouge (aroma) and Target (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryFloralBerryHerbal
Only in Target
MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Willamette