HBC 586
Alpha acid
18–22%
Beta acid
11–14%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
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 HBC 586
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Tomahawk
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 586
MangoLycheeHerbalGuavaSpicy
Only in Tomahawk
Black currantLicoriceCurryOnion
Property
| Property | HBC 586 | Tomahawk |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–22% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 11–14% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |