EkuanotvsStyrian Dragon
Ekuanot and Styrian Dragon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 mL
United States
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Dragon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonTropicalBerryCitrus
Only in Ekuanot
LimeOrangePapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonGuava
Only in Styrian Dragon
FloralGrapefruitRose
Property
| Property | Ekuanot | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15.5% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–38% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 2–4.5 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 12–20% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |