CentennialvsFalconer's Flight
Centennial (dual purpose) and Falconer's Flight (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Falconer's Flight
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineFloralGrapefruit
Only in Centennial
CitrusTangerine
Only in Falconer's Flight
TropicalLemon
Property
| Property | Centennial | Falconer's Flight |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 9.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 20–29% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.4–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 43–62% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |