AurumvsLumberjack
Aurum (aroma) and Lumberjack (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Lumberjack
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Lumberjack
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyCitrus
Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityFloralMildHerbalNoble
Only in Lumberjack
MelonSpicesCloveAllspiceBitter
Property
| Property | Aurum | Lumberjack |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | - |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | Germany | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |