MagnatvsHorizon

Magnat and Horizon are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Magnat

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

2.8–7%

Total oil

1–2 mL

Poland

Horizon

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.8–12%

Beta acid

5.5–7.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Magnat

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Horizon

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralCitrus

Only in Magnat

LilacChamomileWoodyLemon

Only in Horizon

Spicy

Property

PropertyMagnatHorizon
Alpha acid11–16%8.8–12%
Beta acid2.8–7%5.5–7.5%
Co-humulone21–25%16–19%
Total oil1–2 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene30–59%45–55%
Humulene16–20%10–20%
Caryophyllene7–8%8–14%
Farnesene5–6%3–5%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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