TargetvsWalhalla

Target (bittering) and Walhalla (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Target

Bittering

Alpha acid

8.5–13.5%

Beta acid

4.3–5.7%

Total oil

1–1.4 mL

United Kingdom

Walhalla

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.97–10%

Beta acid

3.75–6%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Target

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Walhalla

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Target

MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper

Only in Walhalla

GarlicGrassyHerbal

Property

PropertyTargetWalhalla
Alpha acid8.5–13.5%5.97–10%
Beta acid4.3–5.7%3.75–6%
Co-humulone35–40%-
Total oil1–1.4 mL-
Myrcene45–55%-
Humulene17–23%-
Caryophyllene8–10%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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