BRU-1vsAriana

BRU-1 and Ariana are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

BRU-1

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

1.5–2 mL

United States

Ariana

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–13%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

1.6–2.4 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick BRU-1

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Ariana

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PineappleFruity

Only in BRU-1

Green

Only in Ariana

CitrusTangerinePassion fruitJasmineHerbalGooseberry

Property

PropertyBRU-1Ariana
Alpha acid13–15%9–13%
Beta acid8–10%4.5–6%
Co-humulone35–37%40–42%
Total oil1.5–2 mL1.6–2.4 mL
Myrcene50–55%57–59%
Humulene7–8%-
Caryophyllene9–11%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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