Sun
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
-
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Sun
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Admiral
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Sun
-
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Property
| Property | Sun | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | - | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 39–48% |
| Humulene | - | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |