Eureka
Alpha acid
17–20%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.4 mL
United States
HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Eureka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick HPA-016
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineMandarin
Only in Eureka
HerbalDarkMintPeachStone fruitBlack currantDank
Only in HPA-016
Fruity
Property
| Property | Eureka | HPA-016 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 17–20% | 15.7–18.7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.4 mL | 1.7–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 35–49% |
| Humulene | 29–30% | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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