CentennialvsMerkur
Centennial and Merkur 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
Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Centennial
PineFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Merkur
SugarPineappleMintEarthy
Property
| Property | Centennial | Merkur |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 12–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4.5–7.3% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 17–20% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 45–50% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 28–32% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |