HPA-016vsApollo

HPA-016 (aroma) and Apollo (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Apollo

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–20.5%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick HPA-016

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Apollo

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPine

Only in HPA-016

MandarinFruity

Only in Apollo

GrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLimeLemonDank

Property

PropertyHPA-016Apollo
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%15–20.5%
Beta acid5.9–9%5.5–8%
Co-humulone33–37%23–28%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL0.8–2.5 mL
Myrcene35–49%30–50%
Humulene0–2%20–35%
Caryophyllene6–12%14–20%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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