BohemievsUltra

Bohemie and Ultra are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

Ultra

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–9.7%

Beta acid

3.6–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bohemie

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Ultra

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Bohemie

HerbalCitrusSpicy

Only in Ultra

MildPleasant

Property

PropertyBohemieUltra
Alpha acid5–8%3–9.7%
Beta acid6–9%3.6–5%
Co-humulone23–26%25–35%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.8–1.5 mL
Myrcene30–45%50–60%
Humulene17–23%10–15%
Caryophyllene7–10%6–9%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

Related comparisons