Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Helga
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Aurora
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Helga
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Only in Aurora
FloralSpicyLemongrass
Property
| Property | Helga | Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.4–7.3% | 6.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 2.7–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 1–13% | 20–25% |
| Humulene | 35–55% | 20–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–45% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–10% |
| Origin | Australia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |