MarynkavsPioneer

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

Marynka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–12%

Beta acid

10–13%

Total oil

1.8–3.3 mL

Poland

Pioneer

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–10.5%

Beta acid

3.5–4.5%

Total oil

1–1.8 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Marynka

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Pioneer

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonGrapefruitHerbal

Only in Marynka

HayLicoriceAniseEarthyCitrus

Only in Pioneer

CedarCrispClean

Property

PropertyMarynkaPioneer
Alpha acid7.5–12%8–10.5%
Beta acid10–13%3.5–4.5%
Co-humulone26–33%36–40%
Total oil1.8–3.3 mL1–1.8 mL
Myrcene28–31%34–36%
Humulene33–36%18–25%
Caryophyllene10–13%-
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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