MillenniumvsPuławski

Millennium (bittering) and Puławski (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Millennium

Bittering

Alpha acid

14.5–18.5%

Beta acid

4.3–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Millennium

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Puławski

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Millennium

PearToffeeFloralResin

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemon

Property

PropertyMillenniumPuławski
Alpha acid14.5–18.5%8–11%
Beta acid4.3–6.5%3–4%
Co-humulone28–35%26–30%
Total oil1.5–3 mL-
Myrcene35–55%38–39%
Humulene15–25%24–25%
Caryophyllene8–10%11–13%
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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