Brewer's Gold (GR)vsAramis
Brewer's Gold (GR) (bittering) and Aramis (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Brewer's Gold (GR)
Alpha acid
4.5–7.8%
Beta acid
2.9–3.7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
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 Brewer's Gold (GR)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Aramis
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantSpicy
Only in Brewer's Gold (GR)
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Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalCitrusGrassyFloral
Property
| Property | Brewer's Gold (GR) | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–7.8% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.9–3.7% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 39–48% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 29–31% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Ahtanum
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