CentennialvsWild Loyalist
Centennial (dual purpose) and Wild Loyalist (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
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Wild Loyalist
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Wild Loyalist
HerbalSpicyEarthyNoble
Property
| Property | Centennial | Wild Loyalist |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 3.7–5.6% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4.7–6.7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Canada |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |