CeleiavsWillamette

Celeia (aroma) and Willamette (dual purpose) 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

Willamette

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4–7.2%

Beta acid

3–4.5%

Total oil

0.6–1.6 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Celeia

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

When to pick Willamette

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Celeia

NobleLavenderSpicyEarthyHerbal

Only in Willamette

CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurry

Property

PropertyCeleiaWillamette
Alpha acid3–6%4–7.2%
Beta acid2–4%3–4.5%
Co-humulone25–29%28–35%
Total oil0.5–3.6 mL0.6–1.6 mL
Myrcene26–35%30–40%
Humulene18–23%20–27%
Caryophyllene8–9%7–8%
Farnesene3–7%5–6%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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