Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Horizon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aramis
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusSpicyFloral
Only in Horizon
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Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalGrassyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Horizon | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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