Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Bullion
Alpha acid
5.3–12.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Bullion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Only in Bullion
Black currant
Property
| Property | Delta | Bullion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 5.3–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 47–50% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Bramling Cross