Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Polaris
Alpha acid
18–23%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
4–5 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Merkur
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Polaris
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleMint
Only in Merkur
SugarCitrusEarthy
Only in Polaris
Menthol
Property
| Property | Merkur | Polaris |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16.2% | 18–23% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.3% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 17–20% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 4–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–50% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 28–32% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Taurus