EndeavourvsDelta

Endeavour (dual purpose) and Delta (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Endeavour

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–10.6%

Beta acid

3.8–5.3%

Total oil

1.1–1.8 mL

United Kingdom

Delta

Aroma

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

PropertyEndeavourDelta
Alpha acid5–10.6%5.5–7%
Beta acid3.8–5.3%5.5–7%
Co-humulone30–36%22–24%
Total oil1.1–1.8 mL0.5–1.1 mL
Myrcene27–37%25–40%
Humulene3–10%25–35%
Caryophyllene-9–15%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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