Omega
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Pioneer
Alpha acid
8–10.5%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Omega
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Pioneer
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Omega
-
Only in Pioneer
CedarGrapefruitHerbalLemonGrapefruitCrispClean
Property
| Property | Omega | Pioneer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 8–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | - | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–54% | 34–36% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 18–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Super Galena