Bullion
Alpha acid
5.3–12.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
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 Bullion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
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 Bullion
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Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalCitrusGrassyFloral
Property
| Property | Bullion | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.3–12.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.5% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 47–50% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Bramling Cross