First GoldvsMount Hood
First Gold (dual purpose) and Mount Hood (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick First Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mount Hood
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalHerbalSpicy
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryOrangeFloral
Only in Mount Hood
NoblePungent
Property
| Property | First Gold | Mount Hood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–10% | 3.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 2.3–4.1% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 1.2–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 24–28% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 12–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 7–16% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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