Falconer's FlightvsCentennial
Falconer's Flight (aroma) and Centennial (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 mL
United States
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Falconer's Flight
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGrapefruitPine
Only in Falconer's Flight
TropicalLemon
Only in Centennial
CitrusTangerine
Property
| Property | Falconer's Flight | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–12% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–29% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1.4–3 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 43–62% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |