Defender
Alpha acid
3.3–6%
Beta acid
1.1–2.5%
Total oil
0.28–0.98 mL
United Kingdom
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Defender
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ultra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pleasant
Only in Defender
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Only in Ultra
MildFloral
Property
| Property | Defender | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–6% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 1.1–2.5% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–32% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.28–0.98 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–32% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 34–36% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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