CentennialvsSylva

Centennial (dual purpose) and Sylva (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Centennial

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

1–3 mL

United States

Sylva

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–7.3%

Beta acid

3–7%

Total oil

0.9–1.4 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Centennial

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Sylva

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Centennial

PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine

Only in Sylva

BohemianHoppyWoody

Property

PropertyCentennialSylva
Alpha acid7–12%4–7.3%
Beta acid3.5–5.5%3–7%
Co-humulone23–30%20–28%
Total oil1–3 mL0.9–1.4 mL
Myrcene55–65%26–36%
Humulene10–20%18–27%
Caryophyllene5–7%5–8%
Farnesene0–1%22–28%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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