DanavsCentennial
Dana and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Dana
Alpha acid
7.2–13%
Beta acid
2.7–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Dana
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusPine
Only in Dana
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Only in Centennial
GrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Dana | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–13% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–6% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–31% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.6 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–53% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–8% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |