Pilot
Alpha acid
8–11.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Bullion
Alpha acid
5.3–12.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pilot
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Bullion
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Pilot
LemonMarmalade
Only in Bullion
Black currant
Property
| Property | Pilot | Bullion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11.5% | 5.3–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–5% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–37% | 47–50% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–40% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 3–6% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |