Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Target
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
| Property | Junga | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |