Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloralHerbalCitrus
Only in Aurum
FruityMildEarthyNoble
Only in Aramis
GreenGrassyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Aurum | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 38–41% |
| Humulene | - | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 2–4% |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Ahtanum
Challenger