Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United States
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Lambic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassySpicy
Only in Lambic
Woody
Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalCitrusBlack currantFloral
Property
| Property | Lambic | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–2% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 38–41% |
| Humulene | - | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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