Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Gemini
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Only in Merkur
SugarPineappleMintCitrusEarthy
Property
| Property | Gemini | Merkur |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10.4% | 12–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.28% | 4.5–7.3% |
| Co-humulone | 31–32% | 17–20% |
| Total oil | - | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–33% | 45–50% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 28–32% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Taurus