Super PridevsToyomidori

Super Pride (dual purpose) and Toyomidori (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Super Pride

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12.5–16.3%

Beta acid

4.5–8%

Total oil

3–4 mL

Australia

Toyomidori

Bittering

Alpha acid

11–13%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

0.8–1.2 mL

Japan

Key differences

When to pick Super Pride

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Toyomidori

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FruityMild

Only in Super Pride

Resin

Only in Toyomidori

TobaccoGreen

Property

PropertySuper PrideToyomidori
Alpha acid12.5–16.3%11–13%
Beta acid4.5–8%5–6%
Co-humulone25–50%40%
Total oil3–4 mL0.8–1.2 mL
Myrcene34–42%58–60%
Humulene1–2%9–12%
Caryophyllene5–9%4–5%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaJapan
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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