PalisadevsYellow Sub
Palisade (dual purpose) and Yellow Sub (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Palisade
Alpha acid
5.5–10%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Palisade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeApricot
Only in Palisade
YogurtHoneyPassion fruitFloralClean
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetCitrusRedBlackberry
Property
| Property | Palisade | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–10% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | - |
| Co-humulone | 24–29% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |