CentennialvsHorizon
Centennial and Horizon 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
Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Horizon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Centennial
PineGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Horizon
Spicy
Property
| Property | Centennial | Horizon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 8.8–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 5.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 16–19% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |