Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
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 Sylva
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralFloral
Only in Horizon
CitrusSpicy
Only in Sylva
BohemianHoppyWoody
Property
| Property | Horizon | Sylva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 3–7% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.9–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 26–36% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 18–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 22–28% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |