Mount HoodvsSorachi Ace
Mount Hood (aroma) and Sorachi Ace (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
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Mount Hood
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Mount Hood
NoblePungentSpicy
Only in Sorachi Ace
LemonDillWoodyTobaccoCitrus
Property
| Property | Mount Hood | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9–8% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.7 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 12–38% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–16% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Japan |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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