Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Opal
Alpha acid
5–14%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Aurora
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Opal
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Aurora
LemongrassNoble
Only in Opal
Black currantCitrusHerbalAnise
Property
| Property | Aurora | Opal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–13% | 5–14% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–5.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 13–34% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 0.8–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 20–45% |
| Humulene | 20–25% | 30–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 8–15% |
| Farnesene | 5–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |