Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Northdown
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Eclipse
CitrusMandarin
Only in Northdown
FloralCedarBerrySpicy
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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