Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ariana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Lemondrop
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Ariana
TangerinePassion fruitPineappleJasmineHerbalFruityGooseberry
Only in Lemondrop
LemonFloralMintGreenMelon
Property
| Property | Ariana | Lemondrop |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 40–42% | 28–34% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.4 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 57–59% | 45–47% |
| Humulene | - | 56–58% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–7% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |