HBC 586vsMillennium
HBC 586 (dual purpose) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
HBC 586
Alpha acid
18–22%
Beta acid
11–14%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
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
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Millennium
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in HBC 586
MangoLycheeCitrusGuavaSpicy
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralResin
Property
| Property | HBC 586 | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–22% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 11–14% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |