AuroravsUltra

Aurora (dual purpose) and Ultra (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

Ultra

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–9.7%

Beta acid

3.6–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Aurora

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

When to pick Ultra

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Aurora

SpicyLemongrassNoble

Only in Ultra

MildPleasant

Property

PropertyAuroraUltra
Alpha acid6.5–13%3–9.7%
Beta acid2.7–5.5%3.6–5%
Co-humulone20–26%25–35%
Total oil0.9–1.8 mL0.8–1.5 mL
Myrcene20–25%50–60%
Humulene20–25%10–15%
Caryophyllene6–9%6–9%
Farnesene5–10%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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