BohemievsFirst Gold
Bohemie (aroma) and First Gold (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bohemie
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
Czech Republic
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Bohemie
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick First Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalFloralSpicy
Only in Bohemie
Citrus
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryOrange
Property
| Property | Bohemie | First Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 5.6–10% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 2.3–4.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.7–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 24–28% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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