Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 mL
United States
USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sonnet
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSweetFloral
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleLemonEarthyGrassHoneyOak
Only in USDA 008
PeachMangoStone fruit
Property
| Property | Sonnet | USDA 008 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.6–7.4% | 10.1–11.1% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.7% | 2.7–3.3% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–26% |
| Total oil | 0.2–1 mL | 1.6–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 6–7% |
| Humulene | - | 48–49% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 16–17% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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