HorizonvsWillamette
Horizon and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
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
When to pick Willamette
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusFloral
Only in Horizon
Spicy
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Property
| Property | Horizon | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding