Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bouclier
- 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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Bouclier
HerbalGrassyCitrus
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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