Magnat
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
2.8–7%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Poland
Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Magnat
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sylva
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralWoody
Only in Magnat
LilacChamomileCitrusLemon
Only in Sylva
BohemianHoppy
Property
| Property | Magnat | Sylva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–7% | 3–7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.9–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–59% | 26–36% |
| Humulene | 16–20% | 18–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–6% | 22–28% |
| Origin | Poland | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |