LemondropvsStyrian Cardinal
Lemondrop and Styrian Cardinal are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Lemondrop
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Lemondrop
LemonFloralMintGreenMelon
Only in Styrian Cardinal
GooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Property
| Property | Lemondrop | Styrian Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 8–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3.2–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–34% | 31–37% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–47% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 56–58% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | 5–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Mandarina Bavaria