Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bouclier
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResin
Only in Bouclier
GrassySpicy
Property
| Property | Admiral | Bouclier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 3.8–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 2.4–3.3% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 42–47% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 37–39% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 33–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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