AgnusvsMagnum (US)
Agnus and Magnum (US) are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Magnum (US)
Alpha acid
10–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
1.6–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Magnum (US)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobacco
Only in Magnum (US)
FloralNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Agnus | Magnum (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 10–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 21–30% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1.6–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |