Michigan CoppervsTardif de Bourgogne
Michigan Copper and Tardif de Bourgogne are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 mL
United States
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Michigan Copper
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusTropicalBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncensePineRoseLavender
Property
| Property | Michigan Copper | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–11% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 32–36% | 20% |
| Total oil | 1.15–2.7 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | - |
| Humulene | 17–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |