EkuanotvsParadigm

Ekuanot and Paradigm are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 mL

United States

Paradigm

Aroma

Alpha acid

8–11.7%

Beta acid

3.9–6.3%

Total oil

1.2–2.17 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Ekuanot

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Paradigm

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalPapayaHerbalMelon

Only in Ekuanot

LemonLimeOrangeBerryAppleSageEucalyptusCitrusGuava

Only in Paradigm

Stone fruitSpicyCandyDankMintPearChamomile

Property

PropertyEkuanotParadigm
Alpha acid13–15.5%8–11.7%
Beta acid4–5.5%3.9–6.3%
Co-humulone31–38%34–35%
Total oil2–4.5 mL1.2–2.17 mL
Myrcene30–45%39–40%
Humulene12–20%4–5%
Caryophyllene8–12%3–4%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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