Bramling CrossvsBullion
Bramling Cross and Bullion are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Bramling Cross
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
2.3–3.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Bullion
Alpha acid
5.3–12.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bramling Cross
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bullion
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantSpicy
Only in Bramling Cross
LoganberryVanillaLemon
Only in Bullion
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Property
| Property | Bramling Cross | Bullion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 5.3–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.3–3.2% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–35% | 47–50% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 29–31% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–16% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |