El DoradovsMichigan Copper
El Dorado (dual purpose) and Michigan Copper (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 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
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Michigan Copper
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityTropicalCandy
Only in El Dorado
PearWatermelonStone fruit
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusFloralBlack currantResin
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Michigan Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 8.8–11% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 2–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 32–36% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 1.15–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 42–44% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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