Brooklyn
Alpha acid
17.5–19.5%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Brooklyn
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Ella
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitTropicalSpicy
Only in Brooklyn
Passion fruitHay
Only in Ella
FloralNobleAnise
Property
| Property | Brooklyn | Ella |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 17.5–19.5% | 13.3–19.2% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 4–7.8% |
| Co-humulone | 26% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | - | 2.4–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 34–50% |
| Humulene | - | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–18% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–14% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Palisade