PhoenixvsWillamette
Phoenix and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Phoenix
Alpha acid
8–13.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–3 mL
United Kingdom
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Phoenix
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Willamette
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Phoenix
MolassesChocolateSpicyPine
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Property
| Property | Phoenix | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–13.5% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–33% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–3 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–25% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 29–31% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–12% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |