DanavsWillamette
Dana and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Dana
Alpha acid
7.2–13%
Beta acid
2.7–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Dana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Willamette
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Dana
Pine
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Property
| Property | Dana | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–13% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–6% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–31% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.6 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–53% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–8% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 5–6% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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