Boomerang
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
1.5–3 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 Boomerang
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Northdown
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Boomerang
Citrus
Only in Northdown
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Property
| Property | Boomerang | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 5–10% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–32% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–53% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 17–24% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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