HPA-016vsMillennium
HPA-016 (aroma) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HPA-016
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Millennium
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Millennium
PearToffeeFloralResinHerbal
Property
| Property | HPA-016 | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–18.7% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.7–1.9 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |