DeltavsStyrian Eagle
Delta (aroma) and Styrian Eagle (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Delta
CitrusMelonSpicy
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Property
| Property | Delta | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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