BullionvsBrewer's Gold (US)
Bullion (dual purpose) and Brewer's Gold (US) (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bullion
Alpha acid
5.3–12.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Brewer's Gold (US)
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bullion
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Brewer's Gold (US)
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantSpicy
Only in Bullion
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Only in Brewer's Gold (US)
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Property
| Property | Bullion | Brewer's Gold (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.3–12.5% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 47–50% | 40–48% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 40–60% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 12–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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