Bor
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Czech Republic
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Bor
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Bor
Spicy
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshCitrusResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Bor | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.5% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 39–48% |
| Humulene | - | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–2% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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