Old MissionvsHORT9909

Old Mission (aroma) and HORT9909 (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Old Mission

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.33%

Beta acid

3.7%

Total oil

-

United States

HORT9909

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–10%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Old Mission

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick HORT9909

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPineSpicyBlack currant

Only in Old Mission

HerbalTart

Only in HORT9909

LimeHaySweetLemonNoble

Property

PropertyOld MissionHORT9909
Alpha acid4.33%6–10%
Beta acid3.7%3–4%
Co-humulone-27–29%
Total oil--
Myrcene-49–51%
Humulene-11–13%
Caryophyllene-4–5%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeAromaDual purpose