Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 mL
United States
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Loral
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Loral
FloralBlack currantCitrusDark
Only in El Dorado
TropicalPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Property
| Property | Loral | El Dorado |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 13–17% |
| Beta acid | 1.5–6.5% | 6.4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 28–33% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3.4 mL | 2.5–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–58% | 55–60% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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