Arcadian
Alpha acid
9.8%
Beta acid
7.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Arcadian
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Elixir
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralOrangeTangerine
Only in Arcadian
-
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTropicalSandalwoodSpicy
Property
| Property | Arcadian | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.8% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 7.5% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–30% |
| Total oil | - | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 65–75% |
| Humulene | - | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |