HPA-016vsEroica

HPA-016 (aroma) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick HPA-016

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eroica

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in HPA-016

MandarinCitrusPineFruity

Only in Eroica

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Property

PropertyHPA-016Eroica
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%7.3–14.9%
Beta acid5.9–9%3–5.3%
Co-humulone33–37%40%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL0.8–1.3 mL
Myrcene35–49%55–65%
Humulene0–2%0–1%
Caryophyllene6–12%7–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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