Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
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 Pilgrim
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Pioneer
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonGrapefruit
Only in Pilgrim
FruitySpicyCitrusPearBerry
Only in Pioneer
CedarHerbalCrispClean
Property
| Property | Pilgrim | Pioneer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 8–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–5.5% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–35% | 34–36% |
| Humulene | 21–25% | 18–25% |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |