Fantasia BlendvsAurum
Fantasia Blend (dual purpose) and Aurum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Fantasia Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityNoble
Only in Fantasia Blend
CaramelCreamStone fruit
Only in Aurum
SpicyFloralMildHerbalEarthyCitrus
Property
| Property | Fantasia Blend | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–6.5% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | - | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.25 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |