CentennialvsLotus
Centennial (dual purpose) and Lotus (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
Lotus
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Lotus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Lotus
OrangeVanillaBerryTropicalCream
Property
| Property | Centennial | Lotus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 13–17% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 33–39% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 35–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |