Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Delta
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Merkur
SugarPineappleMintEarthy
Only in Delta
MelonSpicy
Property
| Property | Merkur | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16.2% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.3% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 17–20% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–50% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 28–32% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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