Grungeist
Alpha acid
2.9%
Beta acid
9%
Total oil
-
United States
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 Grungeist
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tomahawk
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Grungeist
KiwiPeachPassion fruitLemonFloralLavenderZest
Only in Tomahawk
CitrusBlack currantLicoriceCurryOnion
Property
| Property | Grungeist | Tomahawk |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.9% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 9% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 19.2% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | - | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Callista