Vic SecretvsDelta
Vic Secret (dual purpose) and Delta (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Delta
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Only in Delta
CitrusMelonSpicy
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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