Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Ernest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Only in Ernest
GrassyHerbalStone fruit
Property
| Property | Delta | Ernest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 4.4–6.3% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 50–55% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 0.7–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 8–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |