Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalCitrus
Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityFloralMildEarthyNoble
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResin
Property
| Property | Aurum | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 39–48% |
| Humulene | - | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–2% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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