Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Godiva
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TangerineSpicy
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTropicalOrangeFloralSandalwood
Only in Godiva
GooseberryWhite
Property
| Property | Elixir | Godiva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 1.9–3% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 25–29% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.4–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | - |
| Humulene | 1–2% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | France | UK |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Wai-iti