MillenniumvsFirst Gold
Millennium (bittering) and First Gold (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Millennium
- 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
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick First Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbal
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeResin
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryOrangeSpicy
Property
| Property | Millennium | First Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 5.6–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 2.3–4.1% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.7–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | 24–28% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |