AuroravsWillamette
Aurora and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Aurora
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Willamette
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Aurora
SpicyLemongrassNoble
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Property
| Property | Aurora | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–13% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 20–25% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–10% | 5–6% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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