Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Diamant
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Diamant
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LavenderCitrus
Only in Agnus
LeatherTobaccoSpicy
Only in Diamant
Fennel
Property
| Property | Agnus | Diamant |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 7–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 18–20% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Columbus
Target