LemondropvsWild Wolf

Lemondrop (aroma) and Wild Wolf (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Lemondrop

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–7%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Lemondrop

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Wild Wolf

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Lemondrop

CitrusLemonFloralMintGreenMelon

Only in Wild Wolf

FruityHerbalEarthy

Property

PropertyLemondropWild Wolf
Alpha acid5–7%8.25%
Beta acid4–6%5.88%
Co-humulone28–34%-
Total oil0.8–2 mL-
Myrcene45–47%-
Humulene56–58%-
Caryophyllene9–10%-
Farnesene6–7%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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