Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 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 Harlequin
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ariana
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitPineapple
Only in Harlequin
Peach
Only in Ariana
CitrusTangerineJasmineHerbalFruityGooseberry
Property
| Property | Harlequin | Ariana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 40–42% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 1.6–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 57–59% |
| Humulene | 4–6% | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 9–11% | - |
| Origin | UK | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |