Vital
Alpha acid
9–16%
Beta acid
6–11%
Total oil
1.1–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Vital
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Target
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Vital
PlumLavenderLicorice
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSagePepper
Property
| Property | Vital | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–16% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–11% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–26% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.1–2.5 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–60% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 2–5% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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