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