TargetvsYellow Sub
Target (bittering) and Yellow Sub (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Target
MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Property
| Property | Target | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | - |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | - |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 17–23% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Amarillo