CentennialvsLoral
Centennial (dual purpose) and Loral (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
Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 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 Loral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Centennial
PineGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Loral
Black currantDarkFruity
Property
| Property | Centennial | Loral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 10–17% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 1.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.5–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 52–58% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |