AurumvsAurora

Aurum (aroma) and Aurora (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Aurum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3.1%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

Germany

Aurora

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.5–13%

Beta acid

2.7–5.5%

Total oil

0.9–1.8 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Aurum

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Aurora

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyFloralNoble

Only in Aurum

FruityMildHerbalEarthyCitrus

Only in Aurora

Lemongrass

Property

PropertyAurumAurora
Alpha acid3.5–5.7%6.5–13%
Beta acid3.1%2.7–5.5%
Co-humulone20–23%20–26%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL0.9–1.8 mL
Myrcene-20–25%
Humulene-20–25%
Caryophyllene-6–9%
Farnesene-5–10%
OriginGermanySlovenia
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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