EroicavsStyrian Cardinal
Eroica (bittering) and Styrian Cardinal (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
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Eroica
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Styrian Cardinal
CitrusGooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Property
| Property | Eroica | Styrian Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.3–14.9% | 8–15% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.3% | 3.2–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 31–37% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 0–1% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |