HBC 630vsMillennium
HBC 630 (dual purpose) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
HBC 630
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–3 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 630
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbal
Only in HBC 630
CherryCitrusRaspberryTropicalCandyFruity
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeResin
Property
| Property | HBC 630 | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |