LotusvsCentennial
Lotus (aroma) and Centennial (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Lotus
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Lotus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Lotus
OrangeVanillaBerryTropicalCream
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Lotus | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–39% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 35–40% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |