El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 mL
United States
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 Loral
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in El Dorado
TropicalPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Only in Loral
FloralBlack currantCitrusDark
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Loral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 10–17% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 1.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 1.5–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 52–58% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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