TomahawkvsWild Loyalist
Tomahawk (dual purpose) and Wild Loyalist (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tomahawk
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Tomahawk
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Wild Loyalist
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Tomahawk
CitrusBlack currantLicoriceCurryOnion
Only in Wild Loyalist
HerbalSpicyEarthyFloralNoble
Property
| Property | Tomahawk | Wild Loyalist |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–17.5% | 3.7–5.6% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.7–6.7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | - |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 9–14% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Canada |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |