CentennialvsWurttemberg
Centennial (dual purpose) and Wurttemberg (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
Wurttemberg
Alpha acid
3.8%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Wurttemberg
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineCitrusFloral
Only in Centennial
GrapefruitTangerine
Only in Wurttemberg
LimeOreganoWoody
Property
| Property | Centennial | Wurttemberg |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 3.8% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |