CentennialvsMagnat
Centennial and Magnat 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
Magnat
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
2.8–7%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Magnat
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Centennial
PineGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Magnat
LilacChamomileWoodyLemon
Property
| Property | Centennial | Magnat |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 2.8–7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 30–59% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 16–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |