Bramling CrossvsShaddock
Bramling Cross (dual purpose) and Shaddock (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bramling Cross
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
2.3–3.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Shaddock
Alpha acid
4.96%
Beta acid
3.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bramling Cross
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Shaddock
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bramling Cross
Black currantLoganberryVanillaLemonSpicy
Only in Shaddock
LimeGrapefruitOnionGarlic
Property
| Property | Bramling Cross | Shaddock |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 4.96% |
| Beta acid | 2.3–3.2% | 3.59% |
| Co-humulone | 33–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | - |
| Humulene | 29–31% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 14–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |