Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
Beata
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
9–11%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Astra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Beata
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Honey
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetPeachWhiteMelonGrassyGrapefruit
Only in Beata
AlmondApricot
Property
| Property | Astra | Beata |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 9–11% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 27–29% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 4–8% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | - |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |