Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sussex
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MintCitrusEarthy
Only in Merkur
SugarPineapple
Only in Sussex
GrassyVanilla
Property
| Property | Merkur | Sussex |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16.2% | 4.3–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.3% | 2.4–3.2% |
| Co-humulone | 17–20% | 29–32% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.4–0.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–50% | 41–43% |
| Humulene | 28–32% | 22–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |