HarlequinvsEroica

Harlequin (dual purpose) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Harlequin

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

7–9%

Total oil

1–1.6 mL

UK

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Harlequin

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eroica

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Harlequin

Passion fruitPeachPineapple

Only in Eroica

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Property

PropertyHarlequinEroica
Alpha acid9–12%7.3–14.9%
Beta acid7–9%3–5.3%
Co-humulone27–31%40%
Total oil1–1.6 mL0.8–1.3 mL
Myrcene59–61%55–65%
Humulene4–6%0–1%
Caryophyllene-7–13%
Farnesene9–11%0–1%
OriginUKUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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