Evergreen BlendvsWillamette

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

Evergreen Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–7.5%

Beta acid

4.3–4.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Willamette

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4–7.2%

Beta acid

3–4.5%

Total oil

0.6–1.6 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Evergreen Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Willamette

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Evergreen Blend

PeachApricotLemonGreenWatermelonTangerine

Only in Willamette

CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral

Property

PropertyEvergreen BlendWillamette
Alpha acid7–7.5%4–7.2%
Beta acid4.3–4.5%3–4.5%
Co-humulone-28–35%
Total oil-0.6–1.6 mL
Myrcene30–32%30–40%
Humulene20–22%20–27%
Caryophyllene10–12%7–8%
Farnesene1–3%5–6%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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