BRU-1
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
United States
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick BRU-1
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick TNT Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GreenFruity
Only in BRU-1
Pineapple
Only in TNT Blend
Citrus
Property
| Property | BRU-1 | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | - |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–55% | - |
| Humulene | 7–8% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |