EurekavsStyrian Eagle
Eureka and Styrian Eagle are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Eureka
Alpha acid
17–20%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.4 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 Eureka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PeachPineBlack currant
Only in Eureka
HerbalDarkMintCitrusStone fruitMandarinDank
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBanana
Property
| Property | Eureka | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 17–20% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.4 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 29–30% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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