Dr. RudivsApollo

Dr. Rudi (dual purpose) and Apollo (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Dr. Rudi

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

10–12%

Beta acid

7–8.5%

Total oil

1.3–1.6 mL

New Zealand

Apollo

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–20.5%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Dr. Rudi

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Apollo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

ResinPine

Only in Dr. Rudi

Lemongrass

Only in Apollo

CitrusGrapefruitOrangeCannabisLimeLemonDank

Property

PropertyDr. RudiApollo
Alpha acid10–12%15–20.5%
Beta acid7–8.5%5.5–8%
Co-humulone36–39%23–28%
Total oil1.3–1.6 mL0.8–2.5 mL
Myrcene28–30%30–50%
Humulene33–34%20–35%
Caryophyllene9–11%14–20%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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