Fantasia BlendvsTalus

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

Fantasia Blend

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4.3–6.5%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

0.9–1.25 mL

United States

Talus

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.1–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Fantasia Blend

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Talus

  • 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 Talus

GrapefruitCitrusRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriFloralWoody

Property

PropertyFantasia BlendTalus
Alpha acid4.3–6.5%8.1–9.5%
Beta acid-8.3–10.2%
Co-humulone-34–39%
Total oil0.9–1.25 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene-40–50%
Humulene-16–21%
Caryophyllene-9–13%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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