MultiheadvsX13459

Multihead and X13459 are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Multihead

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–4.5%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Multihead

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick X13459

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusTropicalPeach

Only in Multihead

-

Only in X13459

FloralStrawberry

Property

PropertyMultiheadX13459
Alpha acid3.5–4.5%3–5.5%
Beta acid5.5–8%4–5%
Co-humulone45%21–24%
Total oil0.5–1.5 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene47–49%-
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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