JungavsTarget

Junga and Target are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Junga

Bittering

Alpha acid

10–14%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

1.5–2.6 mL

Poland

Target

Bittering

Alpha acid

8.5–13.5%

Beta acid

4.3–5.7%

Total oil

1–1.4 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Junga

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Target

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Junga

EarthyFruityGrapefruitBlack currant

Only in Target

CitrusMarmaladeSagePepper

Property

PropertyJungaTarget
Alpha acid10–14%8.5–13.5%
Beta acid5–8%4.3–5.7%
Co-humulone29–34%35–40%
Total oil1.5–2.6 mL1–1.4 mL
Myrcene-45–55%
Humulene-17–23%
Caryophyllene-8–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginPolandUnited Kingdom
PurposeBitteringBittering

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