Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LeatherTobaccoCitrusSpicy
Only in Agnus
Lavender
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwood
Property
| Property | Agnus | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Columbus
Target