HorizonvsYeoman

Horizon and Yeoman 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

Yeoman

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.7–2.4 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Horizon

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Yeoman

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Horizon

FloralSpicyFloral

Only in Yeoman

Noble

Property

PropertyHorizonYeoman
Alpha acid8.8–12%12–16%
Beta acid5.5–7.5%4–5%
Co-humulone16–19%25%
Total oil0.5–1.5 mL1.7–2.4 mL
Myrcene45–55%47–49%
Humulene10–20%19–21%
Caryophyllene8–14%9–10%
Farnesene3–5%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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