Yakima GoldvsApollo
Yakima Gold (dual purpose) and Apollo (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Yakima Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLemon
Only in Yakima Gold
Smooth
Only in Apollo
CitrusOrangePineResinCannabisLimeDank
Property
| Property | Yakima Gold | Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–8% | 15–20.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 14–20% |
| Farnesene | 8–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |