Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Gaia
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Gaia
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Adeena
HerbalFloralLemonPine
Only in Gaia
Hoppy
Property
| Property | Adeena | Gaia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 20–29% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 23–37% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 5–7% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Styrian Golding