CentennialvsEclipse
Centennial and Eclipse are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineCitrus
Only in Centennial
FloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Eclipse
Mandarin
Property
| Property | Centennial | Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 15.7–19% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.8–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 35–49% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |