Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Target
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Target
MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Only in TNT Blend
FruityGreen
Property
| Property | Target | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | - |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | - |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 17–23% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |