AdeenavsPrussian

Adeena and Prussian are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Adeena

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.8–1.1 mL

United States

Prussian

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.29%

Beta acid

2.73%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Adeena

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Prussian

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonPine

Only in Adeena

HerbalSpicyFloral

Only in Prussian

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Property

PropertyAdeenaPrussian
Alpha acid3.5–5%4.29%
Beta acid3–4%2.73%
Co-humulone34–38%-
Total oil0.8–1.1 mL-
Myrcene27–30%-
Humulene31–45%-
Caryophyllene15–22%-
Farnesene4–7%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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