CentennialvsHerkules
Centennial (dual purpose) and Herkules (bittering) 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
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herkules
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Centennial
PineFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Herkules
Melon
Property
| Property | Centennial | Herkules |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.4–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |