Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Olympic
Alpha acid
10.6–13.8%
Beta acid
3.8–6.1%
Total oil
0.86–2.55 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Olympic
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobacco
Only in Olympic
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Property
| Property | Agnus | Olympic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 10.6–13.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 31% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.86–2.55 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |