LemondropvsTNT Blend

Lemondrop and TNT Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Lemondrop

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–7%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Lemondrop

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick TNT Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusGreen

Only in Lemondrop

LemonFloralMintMelon

Only in TNT Blend

Fruity

Property

PropertyLemondropTNT Blend
Alpha acid5–7%11.5–13%
Beta acid4–6%-
Co-humulone28–34%-
Total oil0.8–2 mL1.3–1.5 mL
Myrcene45–47%-
Humulene56–58%-
Caryophyllene9–10%-
Farnesene6–7%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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