DeltavsMystic

Delta and Mystic are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Delta

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–7%

Beta acid

5.5–7%

Total oil

0.5–1.1 mL

United States

Mystic

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–7%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

UK

Key differences

When to pick Delta

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Mystic

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Delta

MelonSpicy

Only in Mystic

Black currantPassion fruitWoody

Property

PropertyDeltaMystic
Alpha acid5.5–7%4–7%
Beta acid5.5–7%2–4%
Co-humulone22–24%30–40%
Total oil0.5–1.1 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene25–40%30–40%
Humulene25–35%30–40%
Caryophyllene9–15%0%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUK
PurposeAromaAroma

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