Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Warrior
Alpha acid
14.5–18%
Beta acid
4.3–6%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Gemini
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Warrior
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Only in Warrior
PineMildResin
Property
| Property | Gemini | Warrior |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10.4% | 14.5–18% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.28% | 4.3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–32% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–33% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 11–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |