Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Target
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobacco
Only in Target
MarmaladeSagePepper
Property
| Property | Agnus | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
Columbus