EroicavsPetit Blanc
Eroica (bittering) and Petit Blanc (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Eroica
Alpha acid
7.3–14.9%
Beta acid
3–5.3%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
United States
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Eroica
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Petit Blanc
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Petit Blanc
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Property
| Property | Eroica | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.3–14.9% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.3% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 15% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | - |
| Humulene | 0–1% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |