Mount HoodvsWild Wolf

Mount Hood (aroma) and Wild Wolf (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Mount Hood

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.9–8%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

1.2–1.7 mL

United States

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Mount Hood

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Wild Wolf

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Mount Hood

NoblePungentSpicy

Only in Wild Wolf

FruityEarthy

Property

PropertyMount HoodWild Wolf
Alpha acid3.9–8%8.25%
Beta acid5–8%5.88%
Co-humulone21–23%-
Total oil1.2–1.7 mL-
Myrcene30–40%-
Humulene12–38%-
Caryophyllene7–16%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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