WillamettevsYeoman
Willamette and Yeoman are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Yeoman
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.7–2.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Willamette
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yeoman
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Only in Yeoman
Noble
Property
| Property | Willamette | Yeoman |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.2% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 25% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.6 mL | 1.7–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 47–49% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 5–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |