AramisvsStyrian Kolibri
Aramis and Styrian Kolibri are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Styrian Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Styrian Kolibri
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GreenBlack currant
Only in Aramis
HerbalSpicyCitrusGrassyFloral
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerGrassCannabisPineapple
Property
| Property | Aramis | Styrian Kolibri |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.5% | 2.8–5.4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–42% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.6 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–41% | 31–38% |
| Humulene | 19–22% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–8% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 25–27% |
| Origin | France | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Ahtanum
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