Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Horizon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Horizon
FloralSpicyFloral
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Horizon | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |