DiamantvsPalisade

Diamant (aroma) and Palisade (dual purpose) 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

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Diamant

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Palisade

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Diamant

FennelLavenderCitrus

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotFloralClean

Property

PropertyDiamantPalisade
Alpha acid7–7.5%5.5–10%
Beta acid-5.5–8%
Co-humulone18–20%24–29%
Total oil1.5–1.7 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene-45–55%
Humulene-10–20%
Caryophyllene-8–16%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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