AuroravsCeleia

Aurora (dual purpose) and Celeia (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Aurora

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.5–13%

Beta acid

2.7–5.5%

Total oil

0.9–1.8 mL

Slovenia

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Aurora

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Celeia

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralSpicyNoble

Only in Aurora

Lemongrass

Only in Celeia

LavenderEarthyHerbal

Property

PropertyAuroraCeleia
Alpha acid6.5–13%3–6%
Beta acid2.7–5.5%2–4%
Co-humulone20–26%25–29%
Total oil0.9–1.8 mL0.5–3.6 mL
Myrcene20–25%26–35%
Humulene20–25%18–23%
Caryophyllene6–9%8–9%
Farnesene5–10%3–7%
OriginSloveniaSlovenia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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