LumberjackvsAurum

Lumberjack (dual purpose) and Aurum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Lumberjack

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

-

Canada

Aurum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3.1%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Lumberjack

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Aurum

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusEarthy

Only in Lumberjack

MelonSpicesCloveAllspiceBitter

Only in Aurum

SpicyFruityFloralMildHerbalNoble

Property

PropertyLumberjackAurum
Alpha acid9–12%3.5–5.7%
Beta acid-3.1%
Co-humulone-20–23%
Total oil-0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene--
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginCanadaGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma