Eroica
Alpha acid
7.3–14.9%
Beta acid
3–5.3%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
United States
Kohatu
Alpha acid
6–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Eroica
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Kohatu
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Eroica
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Only in Kohatu
Tropical
Property
| Property | Eroica | Kohatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.3–14.9% | 6–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.3% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 0–1% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 11–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |