HBC 586
Alpha acid
18–22%
Beta acid
11–14%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HBC 586
- 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
When to pick Northdown
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in HBC 586
MangoLycheeCitrusHerbalGuava
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | HBC 586 | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–22% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 11–14% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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