Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United States
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Lambic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Lambic
GrassyWoody
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Lambic | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–2% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 23–29% |
| Humulene | - | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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