DeltavsStyrian Cardinal
Delta and Styrian Cardinal are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Delta
MelonSpicy
Only in Styrian Cardinal
GooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Property
| Property | Delta | Styrian Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 8–15% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 3.2–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 31–37% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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