Fantasia BlendvsVienna Gold
Fantasia Blend and Vienna Gold are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
Vienna Gold
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Fantasia Blend
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Vienna Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityNoble
Only in Fantasia Blend
CaramelCreamStone fruit
Only in Vienna Gold
Passion fruit
Property
| Property | Fantasia Blend | Vienna Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–6.5% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | - | - |
| Co-humulone | - | - |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.25 mL | - |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |