DeltavsYakima Gold
Delta (aroma) and Yakima Gold (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Yakima Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Yakima Gold
SmoothGrapefruitLemon
Property
| Property | Delta | Yakima Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 7–8% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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