HBC 586
Alpha acid
18–22%
Beta acid
11–14%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick HBC 586
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbalSpicy
Only in HBC 586
MangoLycheeGuava
Only in Aurum
FruityFloralMildEarthyNoble
Property
| Property | HBC 586 | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–22% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 11–14% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | - |
| Humulene | 8–12% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |