Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Delta | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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