BravovsCentennial

Bravo (bittering) and Centennial (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Bravo

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–18%

Beta acid

3–5.5%

Total oil

1.6–3.5 mL

United States

Centennial

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

1–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bravo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Centennial

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Bravo

OrangeVanillaLimeFruity

Only in Centennial

PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine

Property

PropertyBravoCentennial
Alpha acid13–18%7–12%
Beta acid3–5.5%3.5–5.5%
Co-humulone28–35%23–30%
Total oil1.6–3.5 mL1–3 mL
Myrcene25–60%55–65%
Humulene8–20%10–20%
Caryophyllene6–8%5–7%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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