Prussian
Alpha acid
4.29%
Beta acid
2.73%
Total oil
-
United States
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Prussian
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonPine
Only in Prussian
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Only in Apollo
CitrusGrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLimeDank
Property
| Property | Prussian | Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.29% | 15–20.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.73% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 23–28% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–50% |
| Humulene | - | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 14–20% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |