Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Lambic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Only in Lambic
GrassyWoody
Property
| Property | Delta | Lambic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 1–2% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 2.8–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | - |
| Humulene | 25–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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