CentennialvsNZH-107

Centennial and NZH-107 are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Centennial

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

1–3 mL

United States

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Centennial

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick NZH-107

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusGrapefruit

Only in Centennial

PineFloralTangerine

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruit

Property

PropertyCentennialNZH-107
Alpha acid7–12%8–11%
Beta acid3.5–5.5%5–7%
Co-humulone23–30%27–31%
Total oil1–3 mL1.4–2.2 mL
Myrcene55–65%55–65%
Humulene10–20%7–10%
Caryophyllene5–7%4–8%
Farnesene0–1%4–7%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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