Cekin
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.65–1.5 mL
Slovenia
Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Cekin
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Aurora
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cekin
Mild
Only in Aurora
FloralSpicyLemongrassNoble
Property
| Property | Cekin | Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–8% | 6.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2.7–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.65–1.5 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 20–25% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 20–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 7–8% | 5–10% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |