Wild LoyalistvsTomahawk

Wild Loyalist (aroma) and Tomahawk (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Wild Loyalist

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.7–5.6%

Beta acid

4.7–6.7%

Total oil

-

Canada

Tomahawk

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Wild Loyalist

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Tomahawk

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Wild Loyalist

HerbalSpicyEarthyFloralNoble

Only in Tomahawk

CitrusBlack currantLicoriceCurryOnion

Property

PropertyWild LoyalistTomahawk
Alpha acid3.7–5.6%15–17.5%
Beta acid4.7–6.7%4.5–6%
Co-humulone-28–35%
Total oil-2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene-45–55%
Humulene-9–14%
Caryophyllene-6–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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