Yakima GoldvsPioneer
Yakima Gold and Pioneer are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Pioneer
Alpha acid
8–10.5%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Yakima Gold
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Pioneer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLemon
Only in Yakima Gold
Smooth
Only in Pioneer
CedarHerbalCrispClean
Property
| Property | Yakima Gold | Pioneer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–8% | 8–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 34–36% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 18–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 8–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |