Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Aurum
FruityFloralMildHerbalEarthyNoble
Only in Target
MarmaladeSagePepper
Property
| Property | Aurum | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Willamette