Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ariana
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Ariana
CitrusTangerinePassion fruitPineappleJasmineHerbalGooseberry
Only in El Dorado
TropicalPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Property
| Property | Ariana | El Dorado |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 13–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 6.4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 40–42% | 28–33% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.4 mL | 2.5–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 57–59% | 55–60% |
| Humulene | - | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |