Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralPineSpicy
Only in Northdown
CedarBerry
Only in Adeena
HerbalLemon
Property
| Property | Northdown | Adeena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 3.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 24–32% | 34–38% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.5 mL | 0.8–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–29% | 27–30% |
| Humulene | 40–45% | 31–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–17% | 15–22% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Admiral
Styrian Golding