Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Aurora
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyNoble
Only in Aurora
Lemongrass
Only in Ella
GrapefruitTropicalAnise
Property
| Property | Aurora | Ella |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–13% | 13.3–19.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–5.5% | 4–7.8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 2.4–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 34–50% |
| Humulene | 20–25% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 5–18% |
| Farnesene | 5–10% | 12–14% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Palisade