EroicavsStyrian Eagle
Eroica (bittering) and Styrian Eagle (dual purpose) 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 Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Eroica
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Property
| Property | Eroica | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.3–14.9% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.3% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 0–1% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |