EroicavsWild Wolf

Eroica (bittering) and Wild Wolf (dual purpose) 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

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Wild Wolf

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • 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 Wild Wolf

FruityHerbalEarthy

Property

PropertyEroicaWild Wolf
Alpha acid7.3–14.9%8.25%
Beta acid3–5.3%5.88%
Co-humulone40%-
Total oil0.8–1.3 mL-
Myrcene55–65%-
Humulene0–1%-
Caryophyllene7–13%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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