HBC 472
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.3–3 mL
United States
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HBC 472
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Delta
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in HBC 472
WoodyEarthyFloralCoconutFruityGrapefruitWhiskey
Only in Delta
MelonSpicy
Property
| Property | HBC 472 | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.3–3 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 0.5–2% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–32% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 3–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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