Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Warrior
Alpha acid
14.5–18%
Beta acid
4.3–6%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Warrior
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Delta
CitrusMelonSpicy
Only in Warrior
PineMildResin
Property
| Property | Delta | Warrior |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 14.5–18% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 4.3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 11–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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