El DoradovsStyrian Dragon
El Dorado (dual purpose) and Styrian Dragon (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
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 El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in El Dorado
FruityPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Only in Styrian Dragon
FloralCitrusGrapefruitLemonBerryRose
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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