CeleiavsSmaragd

Celeia (aroma) and Smaragd (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Smaragd

Bittering

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Celeia

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Smaragd

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

NobleFloralSpicy

Only in Celeia

LavenderEarthyHerbal

Only in Smaragd

FruityTobaccoAniseClove

Property

PropertyCeleiaSmaragd
Alpha acid3–6%4–6%
Beta acid2–4%3.5–5.5%
Co-humulone25–29%13–18%
Total oil0.5–3.6 mL0.4–0.8 mL
Myrcene26–35%20–40%
Humulene18–23%30–50%
Caryophyllene8–9%9–14%
Farnesene3–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaGermany
PurposeAromaBittering

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