EndeavourvsJunga

Endeavour (dual purpose) and Junga (bittering) 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

Junga

Bittering

Alpha acid

10–14%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

1.5–2.6 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Endeavour

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Junga

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Black currantSpicyGrapefruit

Only in Endeavour

LoganberryLime

Only in Junga

EarthyFruity

Property

PropertyEndeavourJunga
Alpha acid5–10.6%10–14%
Beta acid3.8–5.3%5–8%
Co-humulone30–36%29–34%
Total oil1.1–1.8 mL1.5–2.6 mL
Myrcene27–37%-
Humulene3–10%-
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene5–8%-
OriginUnited KingdomPoland
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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