Boadicea
Alpha acid
7.5–10%
Beta acid
3.2–4.5%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 mL
United Kingdom
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Boadicea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralFruity
Only in Boadicea
Blossom
Only in Aurum
SpicyMildHerbalEarthyCitrusNoble
Property
| Property | Boadicea | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–10% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.5% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–29% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2.2 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | - |
| Humulene | 19–21% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 15–19% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Cascade
Green Bullet