MillenniumvsPuławski
Millennium (bittering) and Puławski (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
Puławski
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
| Property | Millennium | Puławski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | 38–39% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 24–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |