Bullion
Alpha acid
5.3–12.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Pilot
Alpha acid
8–11.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Bullion
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pilot
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Bullion
Black currant
Only in Pilot
LemonMarmalade
Property
| Property | Bullion | Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.3–12.5% | 8–11.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.5% | 3.3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 47–50% | 28–37% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 35–40% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 3–6% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |