Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Tomahawk
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Flyer
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Tomahawk
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLicorice
Only in Flyer
SpicyResinCaramel
Only in Tomahawk
Black currantCurryOnion
Property
| Property | Flyer | Tomahawk |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.3–14.5% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.1–6% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | - | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–25% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |