Barbe RougevsCentennial
Barbe Rouge (aroma) and Centennial (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryBerryHerbal
Only in Centennial
PineGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |