Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bouclier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Lambic
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassySpicy
Only in Bouclier
HerbalCitrus
Only in Lambic
Woody
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Lambic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 1–2% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 2.8–5% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | - |
| Humulene | 33–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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