YQH-1380vsTriumph

YQH-1380 and Triumph are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

YQH-1380

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.3–11%

Beta acid

6.8–7%

Total oil

1.3–2 mL

United States

Triumph

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick YQH-1380

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Triumph

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LimePeachOrange

Only in YQH-1380

PineappleGuava

Only in Triumph

SpicyPineFruityCitrus

Property

PropertyYQH-1380Triumph
Alpha acid9.3–11%9–12%
Beta acid6.8–7%3–5%
Co-humulone32–33%22–26%
Total oil1.3–2 mL0.8–1.8 mL
Myrcene67–68%25–40%
Humulene9–10%28–34%
Caryophyllene4–5%8–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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