MagnatvsCentennial
Magnat and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Magnat
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
2.8–7%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Poland
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Magnat
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Magnat
LilacChamomileWoodyLemon
Only in Centennial
PineGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Magnat | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–7% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–59% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 16–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 5–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |