Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Aramis
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusBlack currantFloral
Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalGrassy
Only in Mackinac
TropicalMelonPapaya
Property
| Property | Aramis | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.5% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–42% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.6 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–41% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 19–22% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–8% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 1–2% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Challenger