CentennialvsTopaz
Centennial and Topaz 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
Topaz
Alpha acid
13.7–20.1%
Beta acid
4.9–7.9%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Topaz
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Centennial
CitrusFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Topaz
LycheeCloveResinGrassyTropicalPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Centennial | Topaz |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 13.7–20.1% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4.9–7.9% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 47–53% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.3–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 18–56% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 8–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |