Vic SecretvsIndependence
Vic Secret (dual purpose) and Independence (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
Independence
Alpha acid
4.7%
Beta acid
1.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Independence
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineHerbalEarthy
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePassion fruit
Only in Independence
FloralCitrusStone fruitTobaccoGrassy
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Independence |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 4.7% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 1.5% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 20–21% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | - |
| Humulene | 9–21% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |