Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
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 Mackinac
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Target
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Mackinac
TropicalMelonPapayaFloralBlack currant
Only in Target
MarmaladeSagePepper
Property
| Property | Mackinac | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |