MillenniumvsStyrian Cardinal
Millennium (bittering) and Styrian Cardinal (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
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Cardinal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralResinHerbal
Only in Styrian Cardinal
CitrusGooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Property
| Property | Millennium | Styrian Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 8–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 3.2–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 31–37% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |