Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Helga
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Ella
FloralSpicyGrapefruitTropicalAnise
Only in Helga
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Property
| Property | Ella | Helga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 5.4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 1–13% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 10–45% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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