Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Loral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Delta
MelonSpicy
Only in Loral
FloralBlack currantDarkFruity
Property
| Property | Delta | Loral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 10–17% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 1.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 1.5–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 52–58% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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