AuroravsHarmonie

Aurora (dual purpose) and Harmonie (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

Harmonie

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–8%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

0.9–1.4 mL

Czech Republic

Key differences

When to pick Aurora

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Harmonie

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Aurora

FloralSpicyLemongrassNoble

Only in Harmonie

BananaCaramelGreenApricot

Property

PropertyAuroraHarmonie
Alpha acid6.5–13%4–8%
Beta acid2.7–5.5%5–8%
Co-humulone20–26%19–22%
Total oil0.9–1.8 mL0.9–1.4 mL
Myrcene20–25%30–40%
Humulene20–25%10–20%
Caryophyllene6–9%6–11%
Farnesene5–10%0–1%
OriginSloveniaCzech Republic
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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