Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Junga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthySpicyFruity
Only in Junga
GrapefruitBlack currant
Only in Aurum
FloralMildHerbalCitrusNoble
Property
| Property | Junga | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | Poland | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |