EroicavsNZH-107

Eroica (bittering) and NZH-107 (dual purpose) 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

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick NZH-107

  • 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 NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit

Property

PropertyEroicaNZH-107
Alpha acid7.3–14.9%8–11%
Beta acid3–5.3%5–7%
Co-humulone40%27–31%
Total oil0.8–1.3 mL1.4–2.2 mL
Myrcene55–65%55–65%
Humulene0–1%7–10%
Caryophyllene7–13%4–8%
Farnesene0–1%4–7%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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