Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Relax
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LavenderLeather
Only in Agnus
TobaccoCitrusSpicy
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeHibiscusLemongrass
Property
| Property | Agnus | Relax |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 0.3–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 10–15% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | - |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 17–30% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Columbus
Target