TNT BlendvsToyomidori

TNT Blend (aroma) and Toyomidori (bittering) 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

Toyomidori

Bittering

Alpha acid

11–13%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

0.8–1.2 mL

Japan

Key differences

When to pick TNT Blend

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Toyomidori

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FruityGreen

Only in TNT Blend

Citrus

Only in Toyomidori

MildTobacco

Property

PropertyTNT BlendToyomidori
Alpha acid11.5–13%11–13%
Beta acid-5–6%
Co-humulone-40%
Total oil1.3–1.5 mL0.8–1.2 mL
Myrcene-58–60%
Humulene-9–12%
Caryophyllene-4–5%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesJapan
PurposeAromaBittering