Mount HoodvsOrion
Mount Hood (aroma) and Orion (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
Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Mount Hood
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Orion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Mount Hood
NobleHerbalPungent
Only in Orion
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Property
| Property | Mount Hood | Orion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9–8% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 2.5–5.75% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.7 mL | 0.8–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 41–56% |
| Humulene | 12–38% | 16–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–16% | 6–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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