BeatavsEvergreen Blend

Beata (bittering) and Evergreen Blend (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Beata

Bittering

Alpha acid

5–7%

Beta acid

9–11%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

United Kingdom

Evergreen Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–7.5%

Beta acid

4.3–4.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Beata

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Evergreen Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Apricot

Only in Beata

AlmondHoney

Only in Evergreen Blend

PeachLemonGreenWatermelonTangerine

Property

PropertyBeataEvergreen Blend
Alpha acid5–7%7–7.5%
Beta acid9–11%4.3–4.5%
Co-humulone23–28%-
Total oil1–1.5 mL-
Myrcene27–29%30–32%
Humulene4–8%20–22%
Caryophyllene-10–12%
Farnesene0–1%1–3%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma