YQH-1380
Alpha acid
9.3–11%
Beta acid
6.8–7%
Total oil
1.3–2 mL
United States
Medusa
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick YQH-1380
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Medusa
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GuavaLimePeach
Only in YQH-1380
PineappleOrange
Only in Medusa
MelonCitrusApricotLemonAlfalfa
Property
| Property | YQH-1380 | Medusa |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.3–11% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 6.8–7% | 5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–33% | 35–49% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2 mL | 0.4–0.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 67–68% | 54–55% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 13–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |