Akoya
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Akoya
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Aurora
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Akoya
TeaGreenPepper
Only in Aurora
FloralLemongrassNoble
Property
| Property | Akoya | Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 6.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 2.7–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–25% |
| Humulene | - | 20–25% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 5–10% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |