Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Godiva
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ariana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TangerineGooseberry
Only in Godiva
SpicyWhite
Only in Ariana
CitrusPassion fruitPineappleJasmineHerbalFruity
Property
| Property | Godiva | Ariana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | 40–42% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 1.6–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 57–59% |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | UK | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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