AstravsCentennial
Astra and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Astra
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetPeachWhiteMelonGrassyHoney
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusFloralTangerine
Property
| Property | Astra | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |