Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Smaragd
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Smaragd
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFruityFloralNoble
Only in Aurum
MildHerbalEarthyCitrus
Only in Smaragd
TobaccoAniseClove
Property
| Property | Aurum | Smaragd |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 13–18% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.4–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–40% |
| Humulene | - | 30–50% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |