CentennialvsTardif de Bourgogne
Centennial (dual purpose) and Tardif de Bourgogne (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
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
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 Tardif de Bourgogne
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineFloral
Only in Centennial
CitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncenseRoseLavender
Property
| Property | Centennial | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 20% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |