Boadicea
Alpha acid
7.5–10%
Beta acid
3.2–4.5%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 mL
United Kingdom
Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Boadicea
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Chelan
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralFruity
Only in Boadicea
Blossom
Only in Chelan
CitrusMild
Property
| Property | Boadicea | Chelan |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–10% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.5% | 8.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 23–29% | 33–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2.2 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 12–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–19% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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