SmaragdvsToyomidori
Smaragd and Toyomidori are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Smaragd
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
Germany
Toyomidori
Alpha acid
11–13%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Smaragd
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Toyomidori
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityTobacco
Only in Smaragd
FloralSpicyAniseCloveNoble
Only in Toyomidori
MildGreen
Property
| Property | Smaragd | Toyomidori |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 11–13% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 13–18% | 40% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–40% | 58–60% |
| Humulene | 30–50% | 9–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Japan |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |