El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in El Dorado
FruityPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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