Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Akoya
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Akoya
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPepper
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSage
Only in Akoya
TeaGreen
Property
| Property | Target | Akoya |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 9–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 1.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 17–23% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Aurora
Willamette