Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Harlequin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sládek
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitPeach
Only in Harlequin
Pineapple
Only in Sládek
NobleFruityGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Harlequin | Sládek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4–11% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 23–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 35–50% |
| Humulene | 4–6% | 20–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 9–11% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Mosaic