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