Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Hartwick
Alpha acid
12.28%
Beta acid
5.77%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Harlequin
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hartwick
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Harlequin
Passion fruitPeach
Only in Hartwick
Pine
Property
| Property | Harlequin | Hartwick |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 12.28% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 5.77% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | - |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | - |
| Humulene | 4–6% | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 9–11% | - |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |