Endeavour
Alpha acid
5–10.6%
Beta acid
3.8–5.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Endeavour
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Endeavour
Black currantLoganberryGrapefruitLime
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Property
| Property | Endeavour | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–10.6% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 3.8–5.3% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–36% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–37% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 3–10% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |