EroicavsGodiva

Eroica (bittering) and Godiva (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Godiva

Aroma

Alpha acid

6–9%

Beta acid

1.9–3%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

UK

Key differences

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Godiva

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Eroica

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Only in Godiva

SpicyTangerineGooseberryWhite

Property

PropertyEroicaGodiva
Alpha acid7.3–14.9%6–9%
Beta acid3–5.3%1.9–3%
Co-humulone40%25–29%
Total oil0.8–1.3 mL0.4–0.8 mL
Myrcene55–65%-
Humulene0–1%-
Caryophyllene7–13%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUK
PurposeBitteringAroma

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