TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick TNT Blend
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Chelan
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityCitrus
Only in TNT Blend
Green
Only in Chelan
FloralMild
Property
| Property | TNT Blend | Chelan |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | - | 8.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | - | 33–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.5 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 12–15% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |