Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Yeoman
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.7–2.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Target
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yeoman
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Target
MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Only in Yeoman
Noble
Property
| Property | Target | Yeoman |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 25% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 1.7–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 47–49% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Willamette