Wild WolfvsLemondrop

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

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

United States

Lemondrop

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–7%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Wild Wolf

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

When to pick Lemondrop

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Wild Wolf

FruityHerbalEarthy

Only in Lemondrop

CitrusLemonFloralMintGreenMelon

Property

PropertyWild WolfLemondrop
Alpha acid8.25%5–7%
Beta acid5.88%4–6%
Co-humulone-28–34%
Total oil-0.8–2 mL
Myrcene-45–47%
Humulene-56–58%
Caryophyllene-9–10%
Farnesene-6–7%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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