Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Tomahawk
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Talus
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tomahawk
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Talus
GrapefruitRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriFloralCreamStone fruitWoody
Only in Tomahawk
Black currantLicoriceCurryOnion
Property
| Property | Talus | Tomahawk |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.1–9.5% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 8.3–10.2% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 34–39% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–13% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |