Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResin
Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityFloralMildEarthyNoble
Property
| Property | Admiral | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | - |
| Humulene | 23–26% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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