CentennialvsMcKenzie
Centennial (dual purpose) and McKenzie (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
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick McKenzie
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineFloralGrapefruit
Only in Centennial
CitrusTangerine
Only in McKenzie
LemonNectarineMelonThymeStone fruitDank
Property
| Property | Centennial | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |