AurumvsBoadicea

Aurum (aroma) and Boadicea (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

Boadicea

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–10%

Beta acid

3.2–4.5%

Total oil

1.3–2.2 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Aurum

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

When to pick Boadicea

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FruityFloral

Only in Aurum

SpicyMildHerbalEarthyCitrusNoble

Only in Boadicea

Blossom

Property

PropertyAurumBoadicea
Alpha acid3.5–5.7%7.5–10%
Beta acid3.1%3.2–4.5%
Co-humulone20–23%23–29%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL1.3–2.2 mL
Myrcene-30–40%
Humulene-19–21%
Caryophyllene-15–19%
Farnesene-0–5%
OriginGermanyUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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