Boomerang
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
Czech Republic
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Boomerang
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aramis
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Boomerang
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Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalGrassyBlack currantFloral
Property
| Property | Boomerang | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–10% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–32% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–53% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 17–24% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Ahtanum
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