Multihead
Alpha acid
3.5–4.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Tomahawk
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Multihead
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Tomahawk
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Multihead
TropicalPeach
Only in Tomahawk
Black currantLicoriceCurryOnion
Property
| Property | Multihead | Tomahawk |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–4.5% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 45% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–49% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |