TNT BlendvsBRU-1

TNT Blend and BRU-1 are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

BRU-1

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

1.5–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick TNT Blend

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick BRU-1

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FruityGreen

Only in TNT Blend

Citrus

Only in BRU-1

Pineapple

Property

PropertyTNT BlendBRU-1
Alpha acid11.5–13%13–15%
Beta acid-8–10%
Co-humulone-35–37%
Total oil1.3–1.5 mL1.5–2 mL
Myrcene-50–55%
Humulene-7–8%
Caryophyllene-9–11%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma