Mount HoodvsNorthdown
Mount Hood (aroma) and Northdown (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mount Hood
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Mount Hood
NobleHerbalPungent
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Mount Hood | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9–8% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.7 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 12–38% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–16% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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