AurumvsUltra

Aurum and Ultra are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Aurum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3.1%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

Germany

Ultra

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–9.7%

Beta acid

3.6–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Aurum

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Ultra

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralMild

Only in Aurum

SpicyFruityHerbalEarthyCitrusNoble

Only in Ultra

Pleasant

Property

PropertyAurumUltra
Alpha acid3.5–5.7%3–9.7%
Beta acid3.1%3.6–5%
Co-humulone20–23%25–35%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL0.8–1.5 mL
Myrcene-50–60%
Humulene-10–15%
Caryophyllene-6–9%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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