Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Idaho Gem
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleMintCitrus
Only in Merkur
SugarEarthy
Only in Idaho Gem
CherryCandiedHerbalSpicyStone fruitRedberryMojitoSweet
Property
| Property | Merkur | Idaho Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16.2% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.3% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 17–20% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1.3–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–50% | - |
| Humulene | 28–32% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |