Pioneer
Alpha acid
8–10.5%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Tahoma
Alpha acid
7–8.2%
Beta acid
8.5–9.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pioneer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Tahoma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CedarGrapefruitLemonGrapefruit
Only in Pioneer
HerbalCrispClean
Only in Tahoma
CitrusPineSpicyOrangeWoody
Property
| Property | Pioneer | Tahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.5% | 7–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 8.5–9.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 15–17% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–36% | 67–72% |
| Humulene | 18–25% | 9–11% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |