EllavsCentennial
Ella and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGrapefruit
Only in Ella
SpicyTropicalNobleAnise
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusTangerine
Property
| Property | Ella | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |