EroicavsTsingdao Flower
Eroica (bittering) and Tsingdao Flower (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
Tsingdao Flower
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
3–4.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
China
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 Tsingdao Flower
- 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 Tsingdao Flower
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Property
| Property | Eroica | Tsingdao Flower |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.3–14.9% | 6–8% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.3% | 3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 0.4–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | - |
| Humulene | 0–1% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | China |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |