CeleiavsFirst Gold
Celeia (aroma) and First Gold (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Celeia
Alpha acid
3–6%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–3.6 mL
Slovenia
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Celeia
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick First Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyHerbal
Only in Celeia
NobleLavenderEarthy
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryOrange
Property
| Property | Celeia | First Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6% | 5.6–10% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 2.3–4.1% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–3.6 mL | 0.7–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–35% | 24–28% |
| Humulene | 18–23% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 3–7% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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