MeridianvsStyrian Dragon
Meridian and Styrian Dragon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Meridian
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
United States
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Meridian
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLemonBerryTropical
Only in Meridian
MintSpearmint
Only in Styrian Dragon
FloralGrapefruitRose
Property
| Property | Meridian | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 45–50% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 7–9% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |