MillenniumvsPride of Ringwood
Millennium and Pride of Ringwood are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Pride of Ringwood
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
-
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pride of Ringwood
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralResin
Only in Pride of Ringwood
CedarOak
Property
| Property | Millennium | Pride of Ringwood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 26–39% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | 24–41% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |