USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sonnet
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusSweet
Only in USDA 008
PeachMangoStone fruit
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleLemonEarthyGrassHoneyOak
Property
| Property | USDA 008 | Sonnet |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.1–11.1% | 2.6–7.4% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–3.3% | 2–3.7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–26% | - |
| Total oil | 1.6–1.7 mL | 0.2–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 6–7% | - |
| Humulene | 48–49% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 16–17% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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