EroicavsPetoskey

Eroica (bittering) and Petoskey (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

Petoskey

Aroma

Alpha acid

12.1%

Beta acid

6.16%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Eroica

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Petoskey

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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

-

Only in Petoskey

FloralPungentPineapple

Property

PropertyEroicaPetoskey
Alpha acid7.3–14.9%12.1%
Beta acid3–5.3%6.16%
Co-humulone40%-
Total oil0.8–1.3 mL-
Myrcene55–65%-
Humulene0–1%-
Caryophyllene7–13%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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