Yakima GoldvsOmega
Yakima Gold (dual purpose) and Omega (aroma) 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
Omega
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Yakima Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Omega
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Yakima Gold
SmoothGrapefruitLemon
Only in Omega
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Property
| Property | Yakima Gold | Omega |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–8% | 9–10% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 29% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 52–54% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 8–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |