Green BulletvsUltra
Green Bullet (dual purpose) and Ultra (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Green Bullet
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
6.5–7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
New Zealand
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 Green Bullet
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Green Bullet
PineBlack currantPlumResinDried
Only in Ultra
MildPleasant
Property
| Property | Green Bullet | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 6.5–7% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–43% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 28–29% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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