BohemievsEroica

Bohemie (aroma) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bohemie

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Bohemie

HerbalFloralCitrusSpicy

Only in Eroica

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Property

PropertyBohemieEroica
Alpha acid5–8%7.3–14.9%
Beta acid6–9%3–5.3%
Co-humulone23–26%40%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.8–1.3 mL
Myrcene30–45%55–65%
Humulene17–23%0–1%
Caryophyllene7–10%7–13%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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