CentennialvsKazbek
Centennial (dual purpose) and Kazbek (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
Kazbek
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Kazbek
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Kazbek
SpicyLemon
Property
| Property | Centennial | Kazbek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 5–8% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |