Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Ernest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Ernest
GrassyHerbalStone fruit
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSagePepper
Property
| Property | Ernest | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.4–6.3% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 50–55% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Willamette