PioneervsYakima Gold
Pioneer and Yakima Gold are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Pioneer
Alpha acid
8–10.5%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pioneer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yakima Gold
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLemonGrapefruit
Only in Pioneer
CedarHerbalCrispClean
Only in Yakima Gold
Smooth
Property
| Property | Pioneer | Yakima Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.5% | 7–8% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–36% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 18–25% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |