HBC 630vsCentennial
HBC 630 and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
HBC 630
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HBC 630
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in HBC 630
CherryHerbalRaspberryTropicalCandyFruity
Only in Centennial
PineGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | HBC 630 | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |