TNT BlendvsNorthdown

TNT Blend (aroma) and Northdown (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Northdown

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7–10%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.2–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick TNT Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Northdown

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in TNT Blend

FruityCitrusGreen

Only in Northdown

FloralPineCedarBerrySpicy

Property

PropertyTNT BlendNorthdown
Alpha acid11.5–13%7–10%
Beta acid-4–5.5%
Co-humulone-24–32%
Total oil1.3–1.5 mL1.2–2.5 mL
Myrcene-23–29%
Humulene-40–45%
Caryophyllene-13–17%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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