EclipsevsCentennial
Eclipse and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPine
Only in Eclipse
Mandarin
Only in Centennial
FloralGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |