Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Gemini
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ultra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Only in Ultra
MildPleasantFloral
Property
| Property | Gemini | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10.4% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.28% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–32% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–33% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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