TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
BRU-1
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
| Property | TNT Blend | BRU-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | - | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | - | 35–37% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.5 mL | 1.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 50–55% |
| Humulene | - | 7–8% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |