Fantasia BlendvsHBC 692
Fantasia Blend (dual purpose) and HBC 692 (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
HBC 692
Alpha acid
8.9–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Fantasia Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick HBC 692
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CreamStone fruit
Only in Fantasia Blend
FruityCaramelNoble
Only in HBC 692
GrapefruitFloralPotpourriWoodyPine
Property
| Property | Fantasia Blend | HBC 692 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–6.5% | 8.9–9.5% |
| Beta acid | - | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | - | - |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.25 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |