Old MissionvsApollo
Old Mission (aroma) and Apollo (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Old Mission
Alpha acid
4.33%
Beta acid
3.7%
Total oil
-
United States
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Old Mission
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPine
Only in Old Mission
SpicyHerbalBlack currantTart
Only in Apollo
GrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLimeLemonDank
Property
| Property | Old Mission | Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.33% | 15–20.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.7% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 23–28% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–50% |
| Humulene | - | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 14–20% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |