Aloha BlendvsStyrian Eagle
Aloha Blend and Styrian Eagle are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Aloha Blend
Alpha acid
8.8–10.3%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Aloha Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
BerryBlack currant
Only in Aloha Blend
Sweet
Only in Styrian Eagle
BananaPinePeach
Property
| Property | Aloha Blend | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–10.3% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | - | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 52–60% |
| Humulene | - | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |