TriumphvsYQH-1380

Triumph and YQH-1380 are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Triumph

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.8 mL

United States

YQH-1380

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.3–11%

Beta acid

6.8–7%

Total oil

1.3–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Triumph

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick YQH-1380

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangePeachLime

Only in Triumph

SpicyPineFruityCitrus

Only in YQH-1380

PineappleGuava

Property

PropertyTriumphYQH-1380
Alpha acid9–12%9.3–11%
Beta acid3–5%6.8–7%
Co-humulone22–26%32–33%
Total oil0.8–1.8 mL1.3–2 mL
Myrcene25–40%67–68%
Humulene28–34%9–10%
Caryophyllene8–10%4–5%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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