Eroica
Alpha acid
7.3–14.9%
Beta acid
3–5.3%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
United States
Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
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 Marynka
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- 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 Marynka
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Property
| Property | Eroica | Marynka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.3–14.9% | 7.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.3% | 10–13% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 1.8–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 28–31% |
| Humulene | 0–1% | 33–36% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 10–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |