Bohemie
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
Czech Republic
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bohemie
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Bohemie
HerbalCitrus
Only in Northdown
PineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Bohemie | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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