PalisadevsWalhalla

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

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Walhalla

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.97–10%

Beta acid

3.75–6%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Palisade

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Walhalla

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotFloralClean

Only in Walhalla

CitrusGarlicGrassyHerbal

Property

PropertyPalisadeWalhalla
Alpha acid5.5–10%5.97–10%
Beta acid5.5–8%3.75–6%
Co-humulone24–29%-
Total oil0.8–2 mL-
Myrcene45–55%-
Humulene10–20%-
Caryophyllene8–16%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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