HerkulesvsStyrian Eagle
Herkules (bittering) and Styrian Eagle (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- 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 Herkules
CitrusMelon
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Property
| Property | Herkules | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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