BergamotvsStyrian Wolf
Bergamot and Styrian Wolf are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Styrian Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MangoLemongrassFloral
Only in Bergamot
OrangeDankCherryZestLimeJuniperTropicalPepper
Only in Styrian Wolf
Passion fruitElderflowerVioletFruityCoconut
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Styrian Wolf |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 10–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 2.1–6% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | 22–23% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 14–15% | 5–9% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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