Buzz BulletsvsAramis
Buzz Bullets (dual purpose) and Aramis (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Buzz Bullets
Alpha acid
8–10%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
-
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 Buzz Bullets
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
CitrusFloral
Only in Buzz Bullets
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Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalSpicyGrassyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Buzz Bullets | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–42% |
| Total oil | - | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 38–41% |
| Humulene | - | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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