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Flyer (dual purpose) and Target (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Flyer

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.3–14.5%

Beta acid

4.1–6%

Total oil

-

United Kingdom

Target

Bittering

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 Flyer

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Target

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyCitrus

Only in Flyer

LicoriceResinCaramel

Only in Target

MarmaladeSagePepper

Property

PropertyFlyerTarget
Alpha acid8.3–14.5%8.5–13.5%
Beta acid4.1–6%4.3–5.7%
Co-humulone26–35%35–40%
Total oil-1–1.4 mL
Myrcene17–25%45–55%
Humulene22–23%17–23%
Caryophyllene0–1%8–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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