Epic
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
1.7–2.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Epic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ariana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityHerbal
Only in Epic
Berry
Only in Ariana
CitrusTangerinePassion fruitPineappleJasmineGooseberry
Property
| Property | Epic | Ariana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 1.7–2.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–33% | 40–42% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 1.6–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 11–12% | 57–59% |
| Humulene | 41–43% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 1–2% | - |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |