MerkurvsCentennial
Merkur and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Centennial
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Merkur
SugarPineappleMintEarthy
Only in Centennial
PineFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Merkur | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16.2% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.3% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 17–20% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–50% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 28–32% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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