BoucliervsMount Hood
Bouclier and Mount Hood are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bouclier
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Mount Hood
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicy
Only in Bouclier
GrassyCitrus
Only in Mount Hood
NoblePungent
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Mount Hood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 3.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 1.2–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 12–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 7–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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