USDA 008vsWillamette
USDA 008 and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Willamette
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in USDA 008
SweetPeachMangoStone fruit
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Property
| Property | USDA 008 | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.1–11.1% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–3.3% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–26% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.6–1.7 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 6–7% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 48–49% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 16–17% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding