Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Herald
- 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
Citrus
Only in Delta
MelonSpicy
Only in Herald
OrangeGrapefruitClean
Property
| Property | Delta | Herald |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 35–37% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 1–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |