Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 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 Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Northdown
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapayaBlack currant
Only in Northdown
PineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Mackinac | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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