Arcadian
Alpha acid
9.8%
Beta acid
7.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Arcadian
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Lemondrop
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Arcadian
OrangeTangerine
Only in Lemondrop
CitrusLemonMintGreenMelon
Property
| Property | Arcadian | Lemondrop |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.8% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 7.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 28–34% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–47% |
| Humulene | - | 56–58% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–7% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Mandarina Bavaria