TillicumvsAfrican Queen
Tillicum (bittering) and African Queen (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
African Queen
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
3.9–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick African Queen
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruitCitrus
Only in Tillicum
-
Only in African Queen
DankBlueberryBlack currantGooseberryBubblegumCassisLemongrassChiliesGazpacho
Property
| Property | Tillicum | African Queen |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–15.5% | 10–17% |
| Beta acid | 9.5–11.5% | 3.9–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 35% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–41% | 20–29% |
| Humulene | 13–15% | 21–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 10–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–7% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |