McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick McKenzie
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLemonPineDank
Only in McKenzie
NectarineMelonThymeStone fruitFloral
Only in Apollo
CitrusOrangeResinCannabisLime
Property
| Property | McKenzie | Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 15–20.5% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–50% |
| Humulene | - | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 14–20% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |