Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ernest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Ernest
GrassyHerbalStone fruit
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Ernest | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.4–6.3% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 50–55% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |