EndeavourvsOmega

Endeavour (dual purpose) and Omega (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

Omega

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–10%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Endeavour

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

When to pick Omega

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Endeavour

Black currantLoganberrySpicyGrapefruitLime

Only in Omega

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Property

PropertyEndeavourOmega
Alpha acid5–10.6%9–10%
Beta acid3.8–5.3%3–4%
Co-humulone30–36%29%
Total oil1.1–1.8 mL-
Myrcene27–37%52–54%
Humulene3–10%16–18%
Caryophyllene-4–6%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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