HorizonvsPhoenix

Horizon and Phoenix are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Horizon

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.8–12%

Beta acid

5.5–7.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

Phoenix

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–13.5%

Beta acid

3.3–5.5%

Total oil

1.2–3 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Horizon

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Phoenix

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralSpicyFloral

Only in Horizon

Citrus

Only in Phoenix

MolassesChocolatePine

Property

PropertyHorizonPhoenix
Alpha acid8.8–12%8–13.5%
Beta acid5.5–7.5%3.3–5.5%
Co-humulone16–19%24–33%
Total oil0.5–1.5 mL1.2–3 mL
Myrcene45–55%23–25%
Humulene10–20%29–31%
Caryophyllene8–14%10–12%
Farnesene3–5%1–2%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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