AtlasvsMillennium
Atlas (dual purpose) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Atlas
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Atlas
LimePine
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Atlas | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |