Pilot
Alpha acid
8–11.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pilot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Pilot
LemonMarmalade
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Property
| Property | Pilot | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11.5% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–5% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–37% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–40% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 3–6% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |