MillenniumvsPetoskey
Millennium (bittering) and Petoskey (aroma) 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
Petoskey
Alpha acid
12.1%
Beta acid
6.16%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petoskey
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeResinHerbal
Only in Petoskey
PungentPineapple
Property
| Property | Millennium | Petoskey |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 6.16% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | - |
| Humulene | 15–25% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |