Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Northdown
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerrySpicy
Only in TNT Blend
FruityCitrusGreen
Property
| Property | Northdown | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 24–32% | - |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.5 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–29% | - |
| Humulene | 40–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 13–17% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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