Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
BRU-1
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ariana
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick BRU-1
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleFruity
Only in Ariana
CitrusTangerinePassion fruitJasmineHerbalGooseberry
Only in BRU-1
Green
Property
| Property | Ariana | BRU-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 40–42% | 35–37% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.4 mL | 1.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 57–59% | 50–55% |
| Humulene | - | 7–8% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |