Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chelan
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Horizon
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Chelan
FruityMild
Only in Horizon
Spicy
Property
| Property | Chelan | Horizon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 8.8–12% |
| Beta acid | 8.5–10% | 5.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–35% | 16–19% |
| Total oil | 1.5–1.9 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 12–15% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |