Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Marynka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Northdown
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceLemonGrapefruitAniseEarthyHerbalCitrus
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerrySpicy
Property
| Property | Marynka | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Admiral
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