AuroravsPerle (GR)
Aurora (dual purpose) and Perle (GR) (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Perle (GR)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–2.5 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Aurora
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Perle (GR)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Aurora
SpicyLemongrassNoble
Only in Perle (GR)
FruityMintStone fruitHerbalEarthySlightly
Property
| Property | Aurora | Perle (GR) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–13% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–5.5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 0.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 20–25% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 10–20% |
| Farnesene | 5–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |