Super PridevsToyomidori
Super Pride (dual purpose) and Toyomidori (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Super Pride
Alpha acid
12.5–16.3%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Australia
Toyomidori
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
| Property | Super Pride | Toyomidori |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–16.3% | 11–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–50% | 40% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–42% | 58–60% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 9–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |