DiamantvsAdmiral

Diamant (aroma) and Admiral (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Diamant

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–7.5%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.5–1.7 mL

Germany

Admiral

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–16.2%

Beta acid

4.8–6.1%

Total oil

1–1.7 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Diamant

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Admiral

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Diamant

FennelLavender

Only in Admiral

OrangeTeaFreshPineResinHerbal

Property

PropertyDiamantAdmiral
Alpha acid7–7.5%13–16.2%
Beta acid-4.8–6.1%
Co-humulone18–20%37–45%
Total oil1.5–1.7 mL1–1.7 mL
Myrcene-39–48%
Humulene-23–26%
Caryophyllene-6–8%
Farnesene-0–2%
OriginGermanyUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaBittering

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