CentennialvsTahoma
Centennial (dual purpose) and Tahoma (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
Tahoma
Alpha acid
7–8.2%
Beta acid
8.5–9.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Tahoma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineCitrusGrapefruit
Only in Centennial
FloralTangerine
Only in Tahoma
LemonCedarSpicyOrangeWoody
Property
| Property | Centennial | Tahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 7–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 8.5–9.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 15–17% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 67–72% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 9–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |