MillenniumvsShaddock
Millennium (bittering) and Shaddock (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
Shaddock
Alpha acid
4.96%
Beta acid
3.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Shaddock
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralResinHerbal
Only in Shaddock
LimeGrapefruitOnionGarlic
Property
| Property | Millennium | Shaddock |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 4.96% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 3.59% |
| 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 |