HorizonvsCentennial
Horizon and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Horizon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusFloral
Only in Horizon
Spicy
Only in Centennial
PineGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Horizon | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |