Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
Magnat
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
2.8–7%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Helga
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Magnat
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Helga
Noble
Only in Magnat
LilacFloralChamomileWoodyCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Helga | Magnat |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.4–7.3% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 2.8–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 1–13% | 30–59% |
| Humulene | 35–55% | 16–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–45% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | Australia | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |