1, different components: hops extract is usually a specific component extracted from hops, such as picric acid, aromatic substances, phenolic compounds and so on. And hops refer to the whole hops plant, including flowers, leaves and stems.
2. Different uses: hops extract is usually used in food and beverage industry to increase bitterness and aroma, such as hops additives in beer production. Hops can also be used to brew beer, but usually the whole flower needs to be added in the brewing process.